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Is my dog's peeling skin and dark spots due to a bacterial infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Male | neutered | 9 years and 8 months old | 4.2 lbs

would a bacterial infection on the skin cause my dog to have peeling skin and dark spots in his underside?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on February 27th, 2017

It is possible there is a bacterial component which may be the original cause or may have occurred due to an additions skin complaint. Referral to a dermatologist should be considered given the severity of the signs

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