Why is my dog bleeding on her shoulder and trying to lick it?

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Moriah is bleeding a little on her shoulder and I don’t know what happened. I thought she was just scratching herself but she keeps trying to lick it and she can’t reach it so I don’t think she did it to herself. Pet's info: Dog | Mountain Feist | Female | spayed | 2 years and 7 months old | 15 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Those spots on Moriah could be several things including allergies, skin mites, flea bites, the beginning of a hot spot or a bacterial infection. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for dogs, this can help improve the skin health. You may also try changing her diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. You can wash the lesions with soap once a day and rinse well (don't wash her whole body, just those spots). Protect the areas from licking or scratching and she may need to wear an Elizabethan collar at all times. If the lesions don't start looking better within about a week or if they get worse, have her examined by the veterinarian who may prescribe medications. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Why is my dog bleeding on her shoulder and trying to lick it?

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