My dog has red skin after a haircut. Is it sunburn? What should I do?

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Hello ... I didn't know that dogs could get sunburned and I think I caused this on my dog today. Some skin was exposed after a haircut and the skin is reddish pink after being outside today. What should I do? Dog seems fine otherwise. Thank you. Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Female | unspayed | 6 years and 6 months old | 9.2 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Yes, dogs can absolutely get sunburned. Make sure you keep Cassie out of the direct sun until some hair grows in over the next several weeks, or you can put a small light t shirt on her. If she is not painful or uncomfortable where the skin is pink, then it is not a bad burn & there is nothing you really need to do. If she is painful or seems uncomfortable, ask your veterinarian about some pain medication for a couple of days. The biggest point is just make sure she does not burn further by protecting her skin. Thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog has red skin after a haircut. Is it sunburn? What should I do?

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