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SIGNS:
In the early stages, the abscess forms, the swelling is diffuse, painful, hard, and may not be noticed. Often you are not aware that your dog has been in a fight unless you see a puncture wound or some blood on the hair. The first sign that you may be aware of is when handling the dog it cries or growls as a reaction to being touched on a painful spot. If you rarely touch the dog, the first sign observed may be a bloody, purulent discharge oozing into the hair and in some cases matting it.
As the abscess matures, it becomes more localised, softer, less painful, and forms a point. At this stage, when pressed by a finger, often it will leave momentarily a pit or indentation. Depending on the size and position of the abscess, the dog may be lethargic, off its food, and/or have a temperature.
Next time I will talk about treating your dogs abscess. Have a great day. Cheers.