it started about the size of a dime and now is about the size of a half dollar and growing. It has no cuts, scrathes, or bites around infected area any help would be a great help
2006-06-30 16:48:49 · 7 answers · asked by bigomudders 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Check w/ your vet. Sounds like something called a "hot spot." They are skin infections. Sometimes they are started by allergies. They can be VERY itchy, and often weep serum (the shiny stuff). Because these infections are actually under the skin, they are usually best treated with antibiotics. In the meantime, try to wash it with an anti-bacterial soap to keep the serum from crusting...but he'll be more comfortable faster if you see your vet.
2006-06-30 16:55:24 · answer #1 · answered by Vic 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My rottie used to get a sudden sore where the hair would be completely gone. It would be very red and could get infected. They would be about the size of a half dollar. The vet said they were hot spots. Couldn't see any rash, just a bright red spot. Whatever it is, try to keep him from licking it, that will just make it worse. Good luck.
2006-06-30 23:58:21 · answer #2 · answered by Vicm0322 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is this causing the dog to lose any hair? If so it could be mange. There are also several other parasites that are nearly invisible to the human eye that can irritate the hair follicles on a dog.
2006-06-30 23:52:17 · answer #3 · answered by k h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This sounds like a fungus or bacterial problem. You need to get your dog to a vet as soon as you can. It will keep spreading until treated. Good luck.
2006-07-01 00:03:12 · answer #4 · answered by thewildeman2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say a vet could best help you
2006-06-30 23:51:24 · answer #5 · answered by byubelle98 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your vet It could be serious!!
2006-06-30 23:52:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the vet!
2006-07-07 23:30:38 · answer #7 · answered by mlm1975 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋