My dog has a small, round, red rash on his stomach. What is it?

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My min pin has a round blood colored rash on his stomach about the size of an index fingerprint. Is there a vet website I could send a picture to? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 14 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This is a vet website! Thanks for the question and pictures. This presentation could be due to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria). A check up, appropriate disinfection and eventually antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection can eventually be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid licking. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My dog has a small, round, red rash on his stomach. What is it?

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