My dogs have itchy, flaky skin, fur loss, and lumps. What is it?

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My four dogs all are exhibiting these same symptoms.. Lumpy knots in fur and on skin. Itching like crazy and sores on skin. Seems flaky as it leaves skin flakes all over the house. Fur loss around eyes ..back .neck..chest. what can it be? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 85 lbs

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Because of the fur loss around the eyes i would suspect demodicosis (mite infestation), it's very easy to diagnose, take them to the vet for a skin scrape, they can identify it on spot under the microscope.

My dogs have itchy, flaky skin, fur loss, and lumps. What is it?

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