My rescue dog's head has scabs and hair falling out. What's wrong?

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Top of my dogs head Feels like scabs and when I pulled at the hair it came off. Dog isn’t bothered by it at all. Just rescued him 2 weeks ago. Pet's info: Dog | Welsh Terrier | Male | neutered | 11 months and 11 days old | 34 lbs

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding George. I recommend that he sees a veterinarian to have his skin assessed. He could have an overgrowth of mites known as Demodex as this is common in younger dogs. Being a rescue dog, ringworm should also be ruled out. Allergies are also possible this time of year. His veterinarian will likely perform some skin tests. From there medications can be prescribed. I hope this information helps!

My rescue dog's head has scabs and hair falling out. What's wrong?

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