My dog has dry bumps and scabs on his head after boarding. What is it?

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My dog came home from a week of boarding with small bumps and scabs all over the bridge of his nose and head. They are dry, not oily, have no odor and do not seem to itch him at all his skin is flaking but only a very small amount. They feel like scabs on his head but hard bumps on his face, What is this and what should i do about it. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 11 months and 18 days old | 70 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. It is possible that this is a stress-induced, mild pyoderma (skin infection) - essentially a staph infection. I would pick up some Hibiclens antibacterial skin wash at any pharmacy & gently cleanse the affected areas 2-3 times a day. Be sure to avoid his eyes and rinse well afterwards. If the lesions appear to be healing after 3-4 days & do not seem to be spreading or worsening, then that is probably all that needs to be done. If after a week the lesions are still prominent, spreading or turning into oozing pustules, please see your veterinarian for additional treatment. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog has dry bumps and scabs on his head after boarding. What is it?

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