Dog's chin skin peeling in chunks after bumps. What's wrong?

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Dogs skin below chin is peeling off. It started off as bumps but know pieces of his skin re peeling off in chunks. WhT could be causing this? Pet's info: Dog | Akita | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 4 months old | 120 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Although a picture of it would help to determine the underlying cause more specifically, this presentation could be due to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection may be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any scratching. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Dog's chin skin peeling in chunks after bumps. What's wrong?

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