Dog skin issues

Meet our veterinarian dermatology experts

Dr. Ian Brett Spiegel (VMD, MHS, DACVD) is a board-certified veterinary dermatologist who has been evaluating and treating dermatologic cases in dogs for almost 20 years. Dr. Spiegel also serves as an expert in the field of dermatology for ‘Veterinary Medicine’, a peer reviewed journal offering up-to-date clinical information to veterinarians. View bio.

Dr. Jamie Whittenburg is our veterinarian director and director of Kingsgate Animal Hospital, a full-service animal hospital in Lubbock, TX. Dr. Whittenburg is a nationally recognized expert: on behalf of Senior Tail Waggers, she has been interviewed and quoted in Dogster Magazine, BARK Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, The Reader’s Digest, and many other publications. Her media interviews related to dermatology topics include “Pup Got Skin Trouble?” published in Dogster Magazine in 2022. View full bio.

Dermatology articles on Senior Tail Waggers

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New Lump on My Dog’s Back [With Pictures & Vet Advice]

Finding a new lump or bump on your dog can be a heartstopping moment. For many owners, they’ll automatically jump to the worst case scenario in their minds. However, you need to remember that there […]

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Dog Has a Lump Filled with Fluid – What Is It?

Finding a fluid filled lump on your dog will be a worrying time, and you’ll want to know what is going on as soon as possible. Owners should keep in mind that there are a […]

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Black Spots on Dog Due to Yeast Infections

A few months ago, we covered top causes of black spots on dog skin. In this article, we will dive deeper specifically into black spots due to yeast infections. These common skin infections are seen […]

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Early Stage Mange in Dogs: The First Signs

Mange can be a frustrating skin disease that can cause extreme discomfort in our canine companions. Either form (Sacoptic or Demodectic) can lead to hair loss, itching, and secondary skin infections. More alarmingly, sarcoptic mange […]

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Red Spots on Dog’s Belly: 5 Things to Know

Red spots, bumps, or rashes on a dog’s belly can have a multitude of causes, and getting to the bottom of things will ensure your dog is on the right treatment plan. In this article, […]

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Dog Belly’s Bumps, Lumps and Sores [With Pictures]

It’s always a concern to find a new lump, bump, or sore on your dog’s belly, and your mind may jump to conclusions. There are a huge range of conditions we see that can cause […]

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White Spots or Bumps on Dogs’ Lips: What They Are & What To Do

Finding a new white bump or spot on your dog’s lips will always be a cause for concern. In our veterinary clinic, I see at least one dog a day with a new lump that […]

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Nail and Nail Bed Yeast Infections in Dogs

Does your dog have issues with their nails or has the skin around their nails started to look flaky? These are signs of nail and nail bed yeast infections. As a vet, this is an […]

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Dog Lips with Pink or Red Spots [Pictures & Vet Advice]

It’s common for dog owners to come to my clinic with concerns about new pimples or red spots on their dog’s lips or mouth. Pink or red spots are quite prevalent and can occur at […]

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Dog’s Belly With Black Or Brown Spots: A Reason to Worry? [Vet Advice]

If you’ve recently discovered a new dark spot on your dog’s belly, you’re likely scared for your dog’s health. In this article, we’ll review when belly color changes are benign and when they are a […]

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