Dog has a red/yellow sore on side, keeps licking. Is it serious?

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Hi, Two nights ago I noticed a long red/yellow sore on my dog's side. She is a Parson's Terrier. It is obviously sore as she keeps trying to lick it. It initially looked like a burn, but there is nothing she could have burned herself on. I am really worried about it and it doesn't seem to be getting any better. I am worried it's something more serious than a superficial scratch or burn. Please could you look at the photo and let me know your thoughts? Thank you, Sabina. Pet's info: Dog | Parson Russell Terrier | Female | spayed | 6 years and 5 months old

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Tilly! It looks like a scrape that is trying to heal. I think ultimately she will be fine but she needs to stop licking. I would put on an E-collar to prevent licking for the next 5-7 days and apply a triple antibiotic ointment on the area twice daily. Once it is healed you can take the E-collar off. I hope this helps and I wish Tilly the best!

Dog has a red/yellow sore on side, keeps licking. Is it serious?

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