Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Long Coat) | Male | neutered | 5 years and 6 months old | 8 lbs
Our chihuahua has brown spots that seem to have spread on his back after I shaved him. Could this be mange or ringworm?
1 Answer
Published on September 27th, 2019
Hi. At 5 to 6 years old, unless there is something that is decreasing the immune system, it is unlikely. This appears more like a skin infection, possibly related to underlying allergies or food sensitivity. He needs an exam
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