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Why is my dog's paw red and losing hair? Should I see a vet?
Updated on September 23, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male
Any idea as to what this might be?
1 Answer
Most Helpful Answer
Answered By Mariya Gugel, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on March 22, 2018
I can see that Tucker has some redness and hair loss on the top of his paw. This can be a skin infection or caused by certain types of cancers and wounds. It is definitely best to have this seen by a vet as soon as possible. In the meantime, an E-collar or “cone” can prevent Tucker from licking the area and making it more severe. I hope all is well and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!
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