Updated On November 30th, 2017
Pet's info: Dog | Bulldog | Female | unspayed | 10 months and 29 days old
Answered By Laura Johnson VMD 169
Veterinarian
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Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Poor Nova! Thanks for the pictures. Based on your description and the pictures Nova likely has a bacterial skin infection. Other possible causes are demodex (non-contagious mite) and ring worm. Skin infections are usually caused by allergies to food or the environment. Pit bulls are sadly allergic dogs. Nova ideally needs to see your Vet to confirm the skin infection and get oral antibiotics and medications to stop the scratching, You can discuss with your Vet food options and additional allergy testing and medications if her skin continues to be a problem. You can try a medicated shampoo. Bathe 2-3 times per week and leave the lather on for 10 mins before rinsing. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=27975 I hope this helps and I wish Nova a speedy recovery!
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