Why is my 7-week-old puppy scratching a red, spreading leg sore?

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I have a 7wk old blue/red nose pit puppy. I got her 3days ago. next day I fed her & all was fine but she kept scratching her leg In a certain spot. last night I seen the hair in the little spot was gone and there was a sore type thing on it. felt like maybe 3 little bumps So today I got home and picked her up and her sore had got alot bigger and is just blood red. I know it bothers her because she scratches at it even if I try to keep her from it. Im very woried about her.i hope it's not serious. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 3 days old | 10 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Young dogs with skin abnormalities are often either mites or skin infections. Since this seems to be spreading fast I am most concerned about skin infection. I would encourage you to have her evaluated by a veterinarian soon. In the meantime bathing in a shampoo that has either chlorhexidine or salicylic acid may be helpful. Be sure to rinse well. These shampoos can usually be purchased in the human shampoo aisle in the “dandruff “ section. Best of luck and I hope she improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

Why is my 7-week-old puppy scratching a red, spreading leg sore?

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