Help Needed! What is this?

[rub504]

I bathed Benson this morning and noticed this red circle maybe bite? How can I treat this? He seems perfectly fine but it looks moist and don't want it to get infected.

-ruben-

 

[Vikinggirl]

Hi, I'm not sure what that could be, but I don't think it looks like a bug bite, it looks more like it could be the start of a hot spot. If its an infection, I would clean it and then apply some Polysporin and keep an eye on it. If it doesn't clear up, I would have the vet take a look at it. It looks kind of weepy or pus filled, hopefully it's not infected, but the Polysporin would help with this. I hope it's nothing serious and clears up quick. Please keep us posted. If it is a hot spot, shave the area, clean it with Betadine on a gauze, and keep it dry. Keep an eye on it to make sure it's not spreading, and if it is have the vet look at it.

 

[bullmama]

Agree, it does look like a small hotspot.

 

[2BullyMama]

Where is it located? is it under the arm or back leg?

 

[rub504]

Under his arm. I will buy all those supplies to treat it.

-ruben-

 

[2BullyMama]

Under his arm. I will buy all those supplies to treat it.

-ruben-

Could it be from his harness, if he wears one?

 

[rub504]

[MENTION=2894]2BullyMama[/MENTION] Well he wears it when he goes for walks but take it off right away when we're done. Never had a problem before. I have my kids with me and can't go to the store until later. But can I use neosporin? Wound is dry today so this must've happen yesterday or the day before.

-ruben-

 

[2BullyMama]

@2BullyMama Well he wears it when he goes for walks but take it off right away when we're done. Never had a problem before. I have my kids with me and can't go to the store until later. But can I use neosporin? Wound is dry today so this must've happen yesterday or the day before.

-ruben-

sure, just to keep it clean.... but it is better to get it to dry up so use what Monica suggested.