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My dog has a strange spot on its leg. Is it yeast or skin infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed

I just noticed this on the inside of my dogs leg. Could this be yeast or possibly a skin infection?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 7th, 2018

This could be an allergic reaction, a skin infection (bacterial or yeast) or even a skin tumor. You should have it examined by your veterinarian, as it is not possible to distinguish these by just looking at a photo. An bacterial skin infection can usually be treated with antibiotics , a fungal infection (yeast) with a fungicidal medicine. To identify a tumor, your vet may want to do a fine needle aspirate (he takes some material from the area in question with a needle and then looks at it under the microscope) to determine whether this is concerning.

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    Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

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    Published on November 15th, 2016

    A red spot could be from an infection, allergic reaction, trauma, or maybe cancer. The best thing would be to have your vet look at the spot to detemine the cause. Your vet can do an apirate or culture to help diagnose and then determine the best way to treat.

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    Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

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    Published on June 4th, 2018

    It looks like he has a hot spot. Since it is so red and inflamed, it would be a good idea to take him to a vet for treatment. He may need an antibiotic, anti-histamine, corticosteroid, or other medications to treat the problem. You could also clean the area with a wound wash and apply Vetericyn Plus Antimicrobial Hydrogel Spray to the area and see if that helps.

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