My dog has a nose patch and hair loss on his leg. Is it normal?

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I don’t know if a skin color patch on my dogs nose is normal. He also has a patch on his leg I don’t know if it’s also normal? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 2 months old | 8 lbs

Penelope Graben, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, Chico's nose appears to have been slightly rubbed raw. This can happen when dogs are rubbing their noses against a surface frequently and generally heals on its own. I do worry that the patch of circular hair loss on his leg may be associated with a skin infection. I'd recommend taking him to see a veterinarian to have it checked. They can guide you best after a physical exam. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog has a nose patch and hair loss on his leg. Is it normal?

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