[McheleM]

From what I'm reading and what I see on him, it is actually Anal Sac Abscess.
The swelling, usually on one side, is red at first, then later turns a deep purple. (This is what his looked like) Unlike anal sac infection, the swelling of an abscess cannot be reduced by emptying the sac. An abscess often ruptures through the adjacent skin, producing a draining tract.

Treatment: If the abscess has not ruptured spontaneously, it should be lanced by your veterinarian when it becomes soft and fluidlike. The cavity is flushed repeatedly and the dog is placed on an oral antibiotic. Your veterinarian may ask you to flush the cavity twice a day with a topical antiseptic such as dilute Betadine solution for one to two weeks, and apply warm compresses to the area.


The vet ruptured the abscess to drain it- she told me to put warm compresses on it 2x a day. He has a spot near his bottom that looks like a hole. And it looks horrible!! He is just laying around, acting like he doesn't feel good. The antibiotic they gave is supposedly good for a week. I'm getting him a collar right now to keep him from licking at it or messing with it.

Is there anything I can give him for pain? I don't want him suffering any more than he has to...