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What are these scabs on my dog's back and what should I do about them?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Male | 1 year and 2 months old

My jack Russell pup has a couple of spots but there like scabs on his back

2 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Dr. Elizabeth

Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on December 31st, 2019

Those spots on Enzo could be several things including allergies, skin mites, flea bites, ringworm (which humans can get) or a bacterial infection. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for dogs, this can help improve the skin health. You may also try changing his diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. You can wash the lesions with soap once a day and rinse well (don't wash his whole body, just those spots). You can also check/treat for fleas. Protect the areas from licking or scratching and he may need to wear an Elizabethan collar at all times. If the lesions don't start looking better within about a week or if they get worse, have him examined by the veterinarian who may prescribe medications. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.
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  • Answered By Rebecca, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 31st, 2017

    Hi. If Enzo has had this spot a few weeks and it's not getting better, it's probably a good idea to get him checkout by the vet. If it isn't bother him, you can give it a few more days, but young dogs can possibly develop mange or ringworm. Or if he's rubbing it, it may just be a sore that can't heal but your vet can help with some
    Medications to speed up the healing process.

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