Red Spot On Dog

[brittsmum1998]

DH found a red spot the size of a quarter on Jasmines back. She is a bichon. It doesn't seem to bother her. I'm taking her to the vet tomorrow but was wondering if anyone has experience w/ this. The bump is smooth not bumpy.

 

[janette]

Could it be a hot spot? We had an older Bichon with allergies and she scratched and licked and often had hot spots. They can get infected so do need to be treated.

 

[Poohgirl]

My two dogs (cocker/poodle and Bishon/cocker) get those every once and a while, worse in the winter here. Vet told me it was skin irritation/allergy since both breeds have very sensitive skin. She had me put neosporin on it and monitor, but they went away. Good luck with your pup...

 

[teacups]

It's on her back? Can she dig, itch or chew at it? I'd bet hot spot as well if she can get to it. I have a lab who had a small hot spot, which took over his entire belly really fast! Those lickers can do some real damage. It took forever to clear it up, and I STILL have to yell at him once in a while for licking it. He almost cries when I do that. Silly dog.
A vet check sounds in order.

 

[Frankiesmom]

I have a bichon too; I have never seen that before. Bur I have known quite a few bichon owners whose dog's developed major allergies-to the point the owners had to give them shots 1x a week.
Good luck! I hope he feels better soon.