My dog has a sudden bald raw spot. What is it and how do I treat it?

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I noticed a bald/raw spot on my dog that wasn’t there yesterday. What could this be? Please see the picture? I am concerned. She is almost 8 and healthy female lab. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 7 years and 11 months old | 80 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

This could be from an injury. I would gently clean it with with warm water and antiseptic soap. To keep Summer from licking at it, you can put an Ecollar on her. You can get one at a pet store or make one at home. Keep the wound clean and dry, and monitor it for signs of infection. If you see redness, swelling, warmth to the touch, or pus, then it is infected and she will need to see the vet for antibiotics to treat it. I hope this helps!

My dog has a sudden bald raw spot. What is it and how do I treat it?

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