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My dog's skin is raw and bleeding, but I can't get him to a vet.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 9 years and 7 months old | 80 lbs

Hair and skin on my dog is comming off I am looking at the red bloody meat. He is a big dog and I am unable to get him to a vet

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on August 20th, 2018

Oh dear! Poor Boo. I'm afraid this looks quite serious, and definitely needs veterinary care - this is not something that can be treated with home remedies. If getting Boo in the car is an obstacle, you can call around to some clinics in your area to see if there are any veterinarians near by who are able to make house calls. If not, you may need to enlist a friend or neighbor to help you get him in the car for transport. If you're concerned that he may bite you, you can get a muzzle at most pet stores to put on him before attempting to load him in the car.

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