My dog has a bleeding, circular wound on his forehead. What is it?

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My dog is small slightly overwheight dog, when I got home from work I noticed a small bump on his forehead, It was red the first day & by the second it became darker. I assumed he had a small bruise, it grew darker & I got worried so I put some would ointment on it, when I woke up today to walk him I noticed he was bleeding, as if the bump had scabbed up & peeled off, it still holds it’s circular shape but it’s a fresh wound. What could it be? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 2 years and 9 months old

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

I have a few ideas in my head as to what this could be. Woody may have a boil or skin infection that has ruptured or come to a head. It seems less likely but a wart or other skin mass could have outgrown its blood supply and broken open. I would advise to wash it with an antibacterial soap once daily for 3-5 days. Apply a topical antibiotic to it twice a day. If it heals up, good. It was probably a minor infection. If it doesn't heal, make an appointment to have him seen at the vet for an exam. Please post again if you have any further questions!

My dog has a bleeding, circular wound on his forehead. What is it?

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