My dog has a red, furless patch from licking. How do I treat it?

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My dog has a patch on her arm that is red and irritated and furless. It got that way due to incessant licking, but I don't see a cut, blister or bite. I put a cobe o her to get her to stop but it isn't really improving. I'm afraid to put something on it because it may get infected. Can you help me? Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd - miniature | Female | spayed | 1 year and 3 months old

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This presentation could have been due initially to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection may be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any further licking. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

My dog has a red, furless patch from licking. How do I treat it?

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