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What are these multiple itchy spots on my pet? Bites or ringworm?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 5 months and 8 days old | 12 lbs

What is this? Bite? Or ringworm? There are about 4 different spots

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on July 9th, 2017

These are likely fly bites. Common at this time of year. It isn't ringworm infection. They should begin to resolve in a few days. You can request an antihistamine from your veterinarian if she is excessively itchy.

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