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My dog has a dry scab on his neck. Is it normal or concerning?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Silky Terrier | Male | unneutered | 8 years old | 10 lbs

Found a dry scab on my dogs neck

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on October 22nd, 2017

Hi there and thanks for posting! This scab looks good- looks like it has healed very well over the wound and will come off on it's own. If Buddy has a house mate, they may have been playing rough which caused the abrasion or Buddy may have itched at himself. Looks like it has healed nicely though. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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