My Chihuahua has red, crusty skin on her stomach and neck. What is it?

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My Chihuahua has red, crusty spots on her stomach and neck. I don't know what from. She was in a lot of grass, but that was two weeks ago. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 5 lbs

Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for your post! It is hard to say exactly what the cause of Bebe's skin condition may be without examining Bebe first, but I can offer some insights. Since the grass exposure was two weeks ago, it is unlikely the lesions are caused by contact dermatitis from the grass but from the picture you sent, it could be a fungal infection (ringworm). Your veterinarian can diagnose this potential conditions with a few skin tests. I would recommend Bebe visit her vet soon to have this ruled out. Best to you and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

My Chihuahua has red, crusty skin on her stomach and neck. What is it?

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