My husky has a bloody wound after a scab. Is it a bite or ringworm?

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Hello! I was petting my husky today when I felt something hard in his fur. My fiancé attempted to spread his fur and it looked like maybe something was in his fur or something sticky got on it. As we kept moving the fur to see I think it may have been a scab. Now it is a circular bloody wound. We cut the clumped up hair around it off, but am worried about what it may be. He was playing rough with another dog last weekend who would bite at his neck. But also worried it could be ring worm.... Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | unneutered | 2 years old | 50 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Definitely not ringworm. Phoenix did obtain a small bite wound & when you pulled the scab off, you revealed the underlying wound. If you could clip the hair a little better around the area, it will be easier to treat. Clean twice daily with a skin antiseptic like Hibiclens ( available at all pharmacies ) & apply a triple antibiotic. If it just does not seem to be healing well, you will need to see your veterinarian for further treatment options including antibiotics. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My husky has a bloody wound after a scab. Is it a bite or ringworm?

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