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Dog scabs after grooming: Best topical cream for skin irritation?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 6 years and 7 months old | 20 lbs

Hi my Westie cross dog has scabs along his back, it always seems to happen after he's been to the groomers. I have been given some treatment shampoo from the vet but was wondering if there was any sort of cream available to rub straight into his skin ?? Many thanks

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 3rd, 2017

It sounds like he has a dermatitis and may need an oral antibiotic, antihistamine, and/or a corticosteroid to treat the problem. For topical treatment, using a medicated dog shampoo and/or a topical spray, like Betagen spray usually works well!

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