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Why does my puppy have hairless patches in multiple spots on his body?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 15 days old

While I was bathing my puppy I found hairless patches in multiple places on his body. What could they be from?

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 7th, 2017

Hi. Hairless areas on a puppy found be from scratching (fleas or allergies) mange mites, ringworm or infection. If not red or itchy you can monitor but if he continues losing hair or you find more spots I recommend a vet check to find out what is causing this.

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