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My dog has fluid-filled black spots from fly bites. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Dalmatian | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 5 months old | 62 lbs

Please help my dog keeps getting bitten by flys I think it started last year then went in the winter but as soon as the hot weather has come it's returned and getting worse there like black spots that full up with fluid

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on June 25th, 2017

Have Chico examined by your veterinarian. He may need antibiotics and anti-inflammatories. Place an e-collar (cone) on him to prevent licking or chewing of the areas. You can use a fly repellant such as SWAT around the site to keep flies off. It can be purchased in most home improvement stores or farm supply stores. Use fly strips or traps to catch and kill flies in the area. Remove anything that will attract flies such as trash, standing water or feces.

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