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My dog has a dried skin-like spot. Is it a scab? Should I peel it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I found this on my dog it feels like dried skin should I peel it off?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 14th, 2018

No, I would leave it alone. It looks like it could be a scab, and it may fall off on it's own. Peeling it off could open up a wound again or hurt your dog. Better to leave it be and have it fall off naturally. I hope this helps!

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