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Why are my dog's eyes red with scabs and hair loss? Is it ringworm?

Updated on September 23, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 3 months old | 35 lbs

My dogs white of his eyes are red and the outside corner of his eye is scabbed and has hair loss, is this ringworm?

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 19, 2019

I'd be concerned that Blue has an eye infection, not ringworm. You need to get him into a vet first thing in the morning, as any eye problem has to be checked out promptly . That's because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. Best of luck.
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