Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 1 year old | 95 lbs
My dog has red under his chin which he's been scratching alot and it looks irritated and blood is coming through. I wonder what it is and what I can do to help it
1 Answer
Published on November 17th, 2016
It sounds like he has a bacterial skin infection and may need an oral antibiotic. Have your vet take a look at him to determine the best way to treat. Your Vet can prescribe an antibiotic and a corticosteroid, if needed, to treat.
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