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Why does my dog have a bad rash and what's the best next step?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Female | unspayed | 15 lbs

My dog has a bad rash

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 10th, 2019

Oh that is bad! Poor Blue. I'd take her into a vet today. She could have mange, a bacterial skin infection, allergies, or fungal skin infection causing this rash. The cause needs to be diagnosed in order for the correct treatment to be prescribed. I hope this helps!

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