My new dog has dry skin, hair loss, and bumps. Is it from bathing?

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Me and my fiance just got a dog from a friend. He has very dry skin and hair loss. However she said she gave the dog a bath twice a week. He is also developing bumps on his stomach and pelvis area. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 2 years old | 10 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Twice a week is WAY too many baths for a dog and likely stripping the skin and coat of their natural oils. Dogs shouldn't be bathed more often than once every three weeks or so to help keep the skin healthy. A balanced diet can help improve the skin and coat as well as using an aloe or oatmeal based shampoo to prevent irritation. As there are some raised lumps and irritation as well as the dry skin, it is also a good idea to schedule a vet visit for Charlie to make sure there isn't an underlying issue causing his skin to appear that way. Possible causes can be anything from allergies, to tumors or infections and should get checked out in person.

My new dog has dry skin, hair loss, and bumps. Is it from bathing?

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