Why is my 8-month-old dog having bloody accidents and bald spots?

This presentation could be due to a trauma or localized spot of skin infection (likely to be caused by bacteria). A check up, appropriate disinfection and possibly antibiotics (oral, topical or in a shampoo formulation) are needed to solve the problem. Disinfection may be started at home with very diluted hibiscrub or betadine or salted water baths. Buster collar may be useful as well to avoid any licking (if any). 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!

This dog needs oral antibiotics and steroids to treat the skin at this point. You need to take her to the vet. This treatment (antibiotics/steroids) is only treating these symptoms though, not the underlying cause. I suspect allergies are the underlying problem but it could also be mange. Both are VERY common in this breed. The scratching, hair loss and infection are secondary conditions. Allergy testing is needed to find out what she is allergic to and a skin scraping to check for mange mites is warranted. Most clients say "I went to the vet and got no answers" but they also declined all testing the vet recommended. Vets don't have crystal ball so they need to do testing to find out what the problem is. Please get her to the vet so her skin can be treated appropriately to get her feeling better and then after the treatment is done get her allergy tested. They can't be tested while on medication. You can try this home allergy test kit as a cursory screening and then go over the results with your vet to get a treatment plan in place but honestly, skin patch testing is a better diagnostic tool. ( https://www.chewy.com/dna-my-dog-test-my-pet-dog-allergy/dp/205062 )

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Poor Ghost! It's hard to be sure 100% but Ghost likely has a skin infection. Sometimes skin infections can be from allergies. Other possibilities are: fleas, ring worm or mites (demodex). I would recommend starting one of the oral flea and tick medications Nexgard, Bravecto or Simparica. They also have the added benefit of killing demodex. So that easily takes care of 2 of the possibilities. Ideally Ghost should see your Vet to properly diagnose the skin problem. If an infection we treat with oral antibiotics and something to stop the scratching. You can try a medicated shampoo: bathe 2-3 times per week, allow the lather to sit on the skin for 10 mins before rinsing. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=27234 I hope this helps and I wish Ghost a speedy recovery!

What a sweet face! I'm sorry that Kanga isn't feeling well. Ideally, get her to a vet. When there is blood in the stool that is always cause for concern. Take a stool sample in as well; its possible she has picked something up from the new pup, and/or is stressed from the new dog and that may be contributing to the blood in the stool. You can deworm every 2 weeks until 6 months of age, and this would be a wise approach with Kanga as well as the new dog. Be sure to use a monthly flea medication as well; that may be part of her itching. Mange would be a possible cause of the itching and hair loss. There are 2 types of mange in dogs. #1 ) Demodectic mange- is not uncommon in puppies, and is not contagious from dog to dog. Typically not itchy. #2) Sarcoptic mange - very itchy, very contagious, not age specific. She could also have an allergy, or an infection in her skin. Your vet may recommend doing a "skin scraping" to look for mites, or an impression smear (where a glass slide is pushed against the skin and looked at under a microscope) to determine the best treatment for the skin. My biggest concern for Kanga, though, is the GI troubles you are describing, with her having vomited and now having bloody stools. If she did have Parvo already, she will NOT get Parvo again. However, there are many other possible causes for gastroenteritis (inflammation of the GI tract) including: *worms, *protozoal parasites such as coccidia, *other viral causes such as coronavirus, *a bacterial imbalance which may be stress related, * dietary indiscretion (meaning a dog is eating mulch, trash, dead bunnies, etc) She could also potentially have a foreign body ( a rock, stuffing from a toy or bed, a bone, etc) that is causing a blockage in her intestine leading to the vomiting and diarrhea. Especially since you've got at least 2 problems here, (the skin and the GI symptoms), a visit to your vet is definitely indicated. You can try feeding a bland diet of plain cooked chicken and white rice, and deworm her and apply a topical flea medication such as Frontline, while you are waiting to get her in at the vet; but get her in as soon as you can. I hope that helps you! Good luck with Kanga!

Poor Blue! I would be concerned that she has an abscess in that area, causing the blood and pus to come out. It could also be a cyst. The best thing to do is have her seen by a vet in the morning to diagnose what is causing these lumps so she can be treated. If she does have an abscess, she will need it drained and flushed, and then antibiotics to treat the infection. I hope this helps!

It looks like she has a hot spot that is infected. Have her examined by a vet for treatment. Your vet can shave the area and clean it with an antiseptic wound cleaner. She may need an antibiotic, anti-histamine, corticosteroid to help treat. You can also bathe her with a medicated dog shampoo and see if that helps.

The bald spots and pimples may indicate minor infection or may be a symptom of a broader underlying condition. Skin problems can have a variety of causes, sometimes more than one. It is important to have the condition addressed by your veterinarian to determine if there is a medical cause for your pet’s skin issues and treat accordingly. Young dogs can get skin infections, commonly referred to as 'puppy pyoderma'. This usually occurs on the belly and inside the hind legs. This type of infection usually resolves without treatment as the puppy gets older. [*Staph* infections](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/staphylococcal-pyoderma-1/) are common in dogs of all ages and may requires antibiotic therapy to treat. In pets of all ages, [fleas](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/flea-allergy/), [food allergies](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/food-allergies/) and [environmental allergies](https://www.petcoach.co/article/food-allergies-vs-environmental-allergies-whats-the-difference) (contact or inhaled) can be a cause. Any one of these may not be enough to trigger the breakouts, depending on how sensitive your pet is, but a combination can be enough to start the itch-scratch cycle. Finding out the cause and eliminating it is the best course of action. With flea allergies, if your pet is sensitive enough, a single bite can cause them to break out scratch enough to tear their skin or cause a [hot spot](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/hot-spots/). Diagnosing the cause of allergies may require [allergy testing](https://www.petcoach.co/article/allergy-testing-immunotherapy-in-dogs) and [food elimination trials](https://www.petcoach.co/article/food-trials-for-allergies-in-pets-what-to-expect). [Check for fleas](https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-check-your-pet-for-fleas-and-ticks) with a flea comb. Look for fleas and/or tiny black granules, like coarse black pepper. This is flea feces, consisting of digested, dried blood. You may find tiny white particles, like salt, which are the flea eggs. Applying a good topical monthly flea treatment and aggressively treating your house and yard will help break the flea life cycle. If you use plastic bowls, this is a possible cause for hair loss, though this tends to be on the chin, where their skin touches the bowl while they eat. If you suspect this to be the culprit, try changing the bowls to glass, metal or ceramic. Food allergies are often caused by sensitivity to a [protein in the food](https://www.petcoach.co/article/all-about-protein-in-pet-food). Hill's Science Diet offers some non-prescription options for sensitive skin as well as [prescription hypoallergenic foods](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/category/dog/dog-food/prescription-dog-food-and-treats) for more severe cases. Royal Canin carries limited protein and [novel protein](https://www.petcoach.co/article/what-is-a-novel-protein-pet-food) diets that may also offer some relief. Your vet can recommend a specific diet that will help.