How can i get rid of an infected sore on my dogs butt that has scar tissue built up underneath the sore because she licks that spot a lot?

Answer 1

This is probably a"lick granuloma" at this point, so you should take your dog to a veterinarian for evaluation and treatment. At the cellular level, the original irritation or wound started to heal, but the regular licking of the area by your dog kept it from healing like it normally would. The inflammatory response then shifted to its Plan B - fill in with scar tissue made of fibroblasts. However, the ongoing stimulation from the dog's licking keeps the scar tissue from finishing the healing process, so it keeps on laying down more scar tissue.

To break the cycle, your veterinarian may do surgery to remove the granuloma and put your dog in an Elizabethan collar (e-collar, often referred to on the internet as 'the cone of shame'). This will allow the healing process to start over at that site, and the e-collar will keep your dog from starting the granuloma process over again.