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My dog has a weeping neck wound and losing hair. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | neutered | 1 year and 7 months old | 16 lbs

There is a smallish weeping wound on my dogs neck/back which just seems to be getting worse and his hair is falling out around it. What could it be?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 18th, 2017

It sounds like your dog has a skin infection so he should be examined by a vet to determine the exact cause. It could be secondary to an injury or possibly allergies. He may need an oral antibiotic and an anti-inflammatory to help treat the problem.

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