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My dog has a round, scabbing sore on its face. Is it a hot spot?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Olde English Bulldogge | Female | spayed | 5 years and 3 months old | 70 lbs

I noticed a round sore lesion on my dogs face on Saturday, it was juicy and had the fur had gone. I have been cleaning it 3 times a day with warm salt water and the puss seems to have gone it's looking cleaner possibly forming a scab but not gone as of yet. Any idea what is the cause?

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on September 18th, 2017

The most common type of skin lesions are secondary to allergies. The skin because inflamed and than Bayley will start scratching. Once Bayley scratches it allows secondary bacteria and fungus to go into the sore and cause an infection. If it happens again or starts to get worse I Would recommend taking Bayley to your vet to try and determine the exact cause and try to prevent it from reoccurring. Hope that helps

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    Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

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    It sounds like she has a hot spot which can be caused by allergies, skin infection, ear infection, mites, fleas, etc. Basically, anything that causes the dog to scratch and/or lick their skin excessively. If the lesion persists then she should be examined by a vet for treatment. She may need an antibiotic, anti-histamine, and/or a corticosteroid to help treat.

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