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My dog has white crusty skin around his mouth. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 10 lbs

White limos around dogs mouth

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Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 2nd, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It looks like Seb has a skin infection around his mouth. Staffy's commonly have a microscopic skin mite called demodex. I recommend taking Seb to a vet to scrape the skin for the mite and treat the infection with antibiotics. Good luck and kisses to Seb!

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