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My dog has a bald scabby spot. Is it serious? When to see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 1 month old | 70 lbs

I recently noticed this bald scabby spot on my dog, I don’t know if it’s just a scratch or cut that’s healing, or if I should be worried and take him to the vet. Please help!!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 2nd, 2019

It looks like this could be healing, I see a scab. Keep an eye on it, and if it doesn't go away over the next week, gets bigger, or starts bothering Kenai, then I would have him seen by a vet. Best of luck.

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