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My dog has a bald spot on her tail, but isn't bothered. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 7 years and 1 month old | 95 lbs

I have just noticed a bald spot forming at the base of my 8yr old black labs tale, I’m not sure what to do. She’s not itching it or bothered by it.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 18th, 2019

This could be from an injury or it could be something like a skin infection or mange. Keep an eye on the spot, and if it gets bigger or the fur doesn't start to grow back, I'd have Tink seen by a vet. Best of luck.

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