My dog has paw sores, red skin. Is it an infection? How do I treat?

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Hello I have a blue nose pitbull that is 15 months and at this time she has open sores on her paws and redness in her fur mainly around the nipple area. How should I treat this and what is it. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 2 months old

Cara, DVM, cVMA · Accepted Answer

The pictures are difficult to see, but it appears that Cookie may have an infection on her skin. It may be caused by bacteria and could be secondary to scratching, fleas, or an allergy. I would get her on a good flea preventive if she's not on one already, but I think she may need to see a veterinarian as these infections sometimes need antibiotics to clear up.

My dog has paw sores, red skin. Is it an infection? How do I treat?

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