My Shih Tzu has matted hair, pink skin, and liquid. What's wrong?

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I'm from Mexico, and I have a 3yr old Shih Tzu, today I found out a mated clump of hair, I cuted the matted bit and found out a pinkysh skin under the area the matted bit was and along it was some liquid, I'm worried cause I don't know what's happening to her skin, and I need to wait until tomorrow to take her to her vet, can you help me? Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | unspayed | 3 years old | 14 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

It looks like Molly has some type is infection. When she gets to the vet, they will likely put her on antibiotics as well as anti-inflammatories. In the meantime you should cut the hair short around the lesion, taking care not to cut her skin by accident. Wash the area with a plain antibacterial soap and be careful not to get water in her ear while you're rinsing. Likely it is bacterial or fungal in nature and these generally respond well to treatment. Hope Molly is doing better soon!

My Shih Tzu has matted hair, pink skin, and liquid. What's wrong?

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