Q:  I have a female mini longhaired Dachshund who is 13 months old. She has a blister-like lesion on the inside of her hind leg. I have tried hot packing it which she enjoyed. It is not getting better, and is slowly getting larger. It is about the size of one of her teats. She has no other symptoms.

A:  Without examining your dog myself, I cannot tell you for sure what is going on. Although I am not suspicious for anything particularly “dangerous” due to her young age, it is definitely best for you to take her to the vet to have it checked out. The vet may recommend applying a combination of bacitracin and cortisone for about two weeks. If this is the case, or your vet recommends any type of topical treatment, you will have to ensure that your dog does not lick off the ointment. Sometimes an e-collar is necessary. Now, many pet supplies stores have begun carrying soft e-collars that replace the traditional lampshade-type e-collars.

 

Your question has been answered by the following veterinarian:
Daniel Lauridia, DVM

This content, in addition to all content on this site, is provided solely for informational purposes. This content, in addition to all content on this site, is not provided for veterinary purposes, and should be not be used as a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All questions regarding your dog's condition should be referred to your veterinarian or other qualified professional. If you think your dog may have a medical emergency, do not hesitate to contact your vet immediately. For our complete Terms of Use, click here.