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My dog's skin is infected and painful. Should I take him to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male

My dog is really at its baddest condition

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on April 24th, 2019

Carlo needs to see the veterinarian. His skin is very infected and may cause him pain. There are many possible causes and you should rule out fleas and mites first. Get him seen today to start figuring out what’s wrong. A diet like Royal Canin can help but will not correct an underlying problem. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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