My dog has bleeding, oozing holes on his shoulder. What should I do?

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Ben has 2 holes on his shoulder they ooze out liquid and bleed you can see his flesh or something like that but I don't know what it is and how to get rid of it my mother said if he doesn't stop oozing she might take him to the pound!!! :((. Pet's info: Cat | Devon Rex | Male

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Hi, and thanks for your question. Even though a picture would help to understand better the underlying cause, This presentation could be due to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection may be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking (if any). Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

My dog has bleeding, oozing holes on his shoulder. What should I do?

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