Why does my dog have a rash with red dots, dry skin, and shedding?

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My dog showed up with this rash. Any idea what it is? Red dots that have dry skin and shedding a lot. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 20 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

You will need to take your dog to a veterinarian for a skin exam. Your dog could be suffering from an allergy, mites, fleas, a bacterial or fungal infection. Each of these requires a different treatment, so it is important to find out what is causing the the rash. Your vet will do a thorough exam and maybe a skin scrape. He will then discuss the options with you and then prescribe medications, possibly give an injection to stop the itching, if your dog is itching.

Why does my dog have a rash with red dots, dry skin, and shedding?

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