Hi Tracy
I would like some more information.
Where on the body is the bald spot?
Is he itchy all over or more on the belly, or back or head?
Do you see any spots on the skin that look like pimples or circular crusts?
Are his armpits red?
Do you livein a rural area where wildlife (foxes) are sometimes seen?
Are any other dogs in contat with him itchy?
Thanks for more info in advance.
Well, it sounds like it could be a skin mite called demodex. This can usually be found on a skin scraping and is not that uncommon in young dogs. It is treatable and thought to be in pups who's immune system has not matured. It is not really contagious, in fact the mite lives in very small numbers on all dogs and only sometimes becomes a problem. Bathing with special shampoo containing benzoyl peroxide helps to flush the mites out of the skin.
I'm not sure this is what your pup has but it should be checked out with a thorough skin scrape and if negative- than a fungal culture for ringworm. I hope your pup feels better soon so you can also.
Dog Veterinarian
DVM VMRCVM '89, 20 yrs experience in progressive small animal medicine and surgery