Why are my dog's back legs bald & scabby? Flea allergy or infection?

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Hi i Have notice by dog bald and kind of scaby up back legs has been flead washed with medicated shampoo to try elevate this. Any ideas? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 6 years and 9 months old | 20 lbs

Stephanie Echols, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It looks like M has a skin infection. It is likely an allergy to the flea bite. A flea bath will kill the fleas for 24 hours but it is not an ideal long term resolution. She needs an oral or topical flea prevention every 30 days. You should treat all the pets in the home. She well need to see a vet for oral antibiotics and possible steroids to relieve the allergy. Good luck and kisses to M!

Why are my dog's back legs bald & scabby? Flea allergy or infection?

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