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My dog has scabs on her skin. What are they and what should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 4 years and 7 months old | 22 lbs

I'm not sure what these scabs are

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Answered By Sarah Derksen, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 11th, 2019

Hi. This appears to be a skin infection. These can be bacterial or fungal. Ringworm is one possibility as well. I would give Kiara manhood oatmeal pet shampoo bath and call your veterinarian in the morning for an appointment. They can get her on the right medication and get some skin testing done.

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