My dog has scaly, scabbed spots on his belly. Is it a skin infection?

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My dog has scaley. Spots under his belly....they're scabbed over..I put antibiotic on them it helps...whatcould itbe. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 40 lbs

Lauren Kennedy, DVM · Accepted Answer

It sounds like your dog has a skin infection, most likely caused by allergies or fleas. The allergies can be from a protein in his food or to something in the environment, like grasses, pollens, etc. I would recommend taking Fletcher in to see the vet so he can be started on some antibiotics to help clear up his skin. I would also recommend discussing with your vet some options for medication to help control her allergies like Atopica, Apoquel, or Cytopoint.

My dog has scaly, scabbed spots on his belly. Is it a skin infection?

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