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My dog has a skin rash near his mouth and leg. How to prevent it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 10 months old

What exactly is this ? And how can i prevent him from skin infection ? First picture that just below his lips or mouth opening on the outer skin Second picture that on his leg joint . What can i do to prevent all this ?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 2nd, 2020

This is likely to be a bacterial infection, but allergies and mites may be possible causes as well. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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