Mysterious Markings on Beloved Family Dog Spark Growing Concern in Seymour

In Seymour, Indiana, the Howard family—24-year-old Hayden, her young son Noah, and their beloved English Mastiff, Jackson—share a close bond. Jackson is more than just a pet; he’s a joyful part of their daily lives, playing in the yard and soaking up their love and attention.

In April 2017, after a weekend spent in the garden, Hayden noticed strange marks on Jackson’s body. Although Jackson showed no signs of discomfort and carried on as usual, Hayden couldn’t ignore the unusual spots.

Similar marks had appeared before and turned out to be harmless bug bites that faded away after Jackson spent time outside. But this time was different. Instead of disappearing, the marks worsened, causing growing concern. Hayden began to wonder if this was more than just bug bites—something that needed urgent care and attention.