What are these scabbed sores on my dog's skin? Should I see a vet?

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Hi there I have found scabbed sores on my 2.5 year old lab/terrier mix. There are a couple on her lower tummy, one on each leg and last week there was one located above her tail on her back - but it has disappeared. I am not sure what is causing these sores but I am becoming concerned. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 9 months old | 70 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor Loca! There are a number of skin problems that can cause scabbed-over sores like this. The most common possibilities would include allergies, fleas, a bacterial or fungal skin infection, or skin mites (mange). Treatment recommendations would depend on the underlying problem, so I would recommend having Loca examined by a vet as soon as you are able to. He/she can do some simple skin tests to help diagnose the problem and get her started on appropriate medication to treat it.

What are these scabbed sores on my dog's skin? Should I see a vet?

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