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Why is my pug losing hair with rash and scabs after grooming?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | unneutered | 7 years old | 20 lbs

I have a 7year old Pug who had their nails trimmed at a PetValu groomer 10 days ago, today we noticed hair loss in small patches as well as a rash on his abdomen and scab like areas under the hair loss. Could this be a Staph infection?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 13th, 2017

Yes, it is possible that Kobe could have a bacterial infection, and I would have him seen by a vet in the morning. The vet can diagnose if he does have a bacterial skin infection, and can prescribe medication to treat it.

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