See your vet
What it can look like. A general, vet-reviewed example — signs vary and this is not a diagnosis. When in doubt, ask your vet.
Skin infection (pyoderma) in dogs
Clinical name: Bacterial pyoderma
Pustules, circular scaly rings (epidermal collarettes) and crusts.
Where it shows uptrunk · generalized
Typical patternTrunk and anywhere the skin is broken.
Linked allergy typesEnvironmental (atopy) · Food allergy
Food vs environmentalNon-specific (secondary).
What you can do
Usually needs treatment from a vet, plus tackling the allergy underneath.
Don't confuse it with
Other causes a vet will want to rule out: ringworm, mange.
This is educational information, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Always see your veterinarian about your dog's health.
