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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Vaginal or Vulvar Yeast Infections in Dogs: Signs, Causes & Treatments

Yeast infections are common issues with our dogs. Large numbers of yeast can cause problems in nearly all parts of a dog’s body, including the vagina and vulva of females. Young or old, spayed or […]

elephant like dry skin on a dog

Elephant Skin in Dogs: Top Causes & What to Do

In my veterinary hospital, I have many owners bring in their dogs because they have developed thick, abnormally appearing skin on their ears, belly, or legs (“Elephant skin”). These dogs are typically itchy and uncomfortable. […]

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Paw Yeast Infections in Dogs: What They Look Like & What To Do

When most people think of yeast, the first thing to come to mind would probably be a freshly baked loaf of bread, not their dog’s feet. But any owners who have experienced a dog with […]

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Ticks on Dogs, Tick Scabs and Bites (With Pictures): When Ticks Become an Issue

Living and working in the midwestern United States, I’ve seen my share of tick scabs on dogs. When clients in my veterinary practice called me asking what to do after finding a tick or infected […]

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Crusty Scabs on Dogs: Top Causes and What To Do [Vet Advice]

Scabs serve as protective shields for injured skin, forming when skin is compromised, akin to a band-aid’s role in human wounds. Crusty scabs can form as a result of injuries or underlying health issues. In […]

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6 Top Causes of Red Rash or Red Spots in Dog’s Ear

Most of us have a special affection for our dog’s ears. They’re velvety soft and either short and perky or long and floppy. They’re also capable of showing up with red spots, bumps, or pimples […]

ringworm scabs on a dog's nose

12 Pictures of Ringworm in Dogs [Mild to Severe Cases]

Ringworm is a fungal infection that can cause circular lesions on your dog’s skin. Despite its name, it is not caused by any worm or parasite. It can however spread to humans and other animals, […]

Dog with Scabs & Losing Hair: Our Vet Explains What to Do

A dog losing hair in patches with scabs is a problem that many owners come to see us about at the clinic. No owner wants to see their dog’s beautiful hair falling out, let alone […]

owner looking at a dog's belly for brown spots

Brown Spots on Dog Skin: Pictures & Vet Advice

Dogs can have many skin issues like lumps, bumps or brown spots. As a veterinarian, I see these skin problems on a daily basis. This article will focus on brown spots on dog skin, their […]

vet looking at scabs on dog

Black Scabs on Dog: Top Reasons & What to Do

The majority of black scabs will be insignificant and pose no threat to your dog. However, some black scabs could be linked to more serious underlying causes, such as allergies or parasites. As a dog […]

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