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Why does my new dog have red spots on her skin and ear discharge?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 6 lbs

I’m worried about the dog I adopted today. She has been shaved and has a bunch of red/brown dots and stuff in her ears

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 18th, 2019

It looks like Peach could have dermatitis on her back and around her vulva, and wax or discharge from an ear infection in her ears. The spots around her vulva could possibly be flea dirt. I would recommend having your vet examine Peach's skin.

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