Why does my dog keep getting new sores on his paw from licking?

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My dog has a sore on the top of his paw, I thought it was a cut or burn or something and he was licking it... It then cured and now he has a new one further up his paw... Pet's info: Dog | German Spitz | Male | 12 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Wounds on the skin can be caused by a number of things including injuries, parasites such as fleas or ticks, allergies, or even excessive licking. If Coco was licking the area a lot, it is possible that a hot spot has formed causing the wound you see. It is best to prevent him from licking the spot with the use of an Elizabethan (cone) collar. If the spot doesn't heal, worsens, more spots appear, or you see parasites or infection (pus, hot to touch, pain, etc), it is best to seek veterinary care.

Why does my dog keep getting new sores on his paw from licking?

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