Why is my dog scratching red, crusty spots with hair loss?

Question

My dog has two spots that are red with hair loss and sometimes a crusty discharge. One is on his leg and the other on his tail. They haven’t spread but they seem to irritate him as he will naw on them. Is this normal or does he have a skin condition? Pet's info: Dog | Labradoodle | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 3 days old | 13 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Those areas are not normal. I would encourage you to have him evaluated by your veterinarian as soon as possible. I would recommend doing a skin scrape to look for mites. He may also need some antibiotics. Best of luck and I hope he improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

Why is my dog scratching red, crusty spots with hair loss?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

My pet has red spots all over. What's causing them and what to do?

My small pet is limping and can't bear weight. Should I see a vet?

My degu has a white bump in its fur. Should I take my pet to the vet?

Share