Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 20 days old | 50 lbs
My Black Labrador who is just close to 9 month old has begun to develop a sore on her right leg who has resulted in loss of hair she spends majority of her time outside ive tried applying anti scratch and lick sprays to it and seen no change
1 Answer
Published on September 22nd, 2018
Hi there. It looks like Pepper needs some antibiotics. The hairless area and bump appear to be raised and infected. I would recommend taking Pepper to your vet and having them check the bump and prescribe medication to help it heal. She may also need a cone to stop licking it. I hope that helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
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