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My dog has a large wound with skin peeling off. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | unspayed | 60 lbs

What is this ? Her layer of skin is falling off. It’s the size of my hand maybe even bigger

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 19th, 2019

I am sorry to hear about Mocha. While difficult to evaluate from a photo, this appears to be a large wound. Mocha needs veterinary attention, this wound needs be to be thoroughly cleaned and most likely sutured (stitched) closed and she needs antibiotics and pain medication.

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    Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

    Veterinarian

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    I am sorry to hear about Mocha. While difficult to evaluate from a photo, this appears to be a large wound. Mocha needs veterinary attention, this wound needs be to be thoroughly cleaned and most likely sutured (stitched) closed and she needs antibiotics and pain medication.

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