Scabs Under Armpit?

Hello All,

During a belly scratch, I felt a weird crusty spot under Wyatt's armpit. Upon further inspection, he has a small cluster of scabs under his left armpit. I saw no fleas, and Wyatt hasn't been scratching or biting his fur. He seems to be happy and unfettered with these icky scabs. Though I'm concerned that he may have an allergy or staph infection. Has this happened to anyone else's dog before? Is there an ointment that's safe to use in the meantime until I can take him to the vet on Saturday?

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Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on July 11, 2012 at 7:53am

Hi Chelsea and Dan, does Wyatt wear a harness?

Leave the scabs alone, no need to put anything else on at this time.

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Permalink Reply by Chelsea and Wyatt on July 11, 2012 at 10:29am

Hi Sam,

Wyatt stopped wearing a harness several months ago. He only wears it in the car now, and he hasn't taken a car trip in a while either.

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Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on July 11, 2012 at 4:15pm

Weird... would you mind taking an in focus pic of the scabs you describe?

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Permalink Reply by Carolyn and Gracie on July 8, 2016 at 4:15pm

Hi Chelsea & Sam...

Do you recall what was the diagnosis when you took Wyatt to the vet? I noticed the same thing under my Corgi's armpits too. I sprayed some antiseptic spray that I got from the vet for another irritation she had on her foot, but I'd like to know what it might be....before we take another trip to the vet. (we're getting to be regulars there for one thing or another)

Thanks,

Carolyn