My dog was skunked, now has sores. Is it the skunk, baths? See vet?

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My dog was sprayed in the face by a skunk 3 nights ago. He has had several baths, some with pet shampoo, some with de-skunk shampoo, some with baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and dish soap. Today we discovered sores on his neck/jaw area. These are bumps that slightly bleeding. Could this be a reaction to the skunk, or to the baths? Should he see a vet? Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. It is possible that this is a skin reaction to the skunk spray or this could be due to the various shampoos and topicals that you have been using. These bumps are likely due to irritation. I would recommend having Rocky examined by a veterinarian so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. He will likely need the hair clipped away from his neck and be placed on a course of oral antibiotics and an anti-inflammatory medication. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

My dog was skunked, now has sores. Is it the skunk, baths? See vet?

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