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Why is my Australian Shepherd licking her red chest and losing hair?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Anatolian Shepherd | Female | spayed | 2 years and 6 months old | 75 lbs

Australia Sheppard 1 1/2 year old girl keeps licking chest in one spot red and losing hair her brother continues to smell and lick

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Answered By Maria DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 19th, 2017

I would recommend taking Abby Road to a veterinarian. By your description it sounds like her skin is becoming infected. This would require antibiotics. they can also dispense medication to stop her from being itchy and discuss different causes one being allergies. I hope Abby Road feels better soon and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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