Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 4 days old
My 5 month old pup started losing hair around eyes and has now got crusty black skin across bridge of nose and behind ears.
1 Answer
Published on November 3rd, 2016
Buddy may have a mite infection (demodicosis) or a bacterial/fungal skin infection. I suggest you make an appointment with your veterinarian for a skin exam, possibly some diagnostics (skin swab, culture or biopsy) and relevant treatment.
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