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My puppy is itching with bumps and scabs. Is it mites? Bath help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 14 days old

My 15/16 week old puppy is itching lots, has little bumps/scabs/bites on his face and legs, I think it could be mites, I need help to treat him but I am limited with money so can you suggest a great bath treatment or something? Thanks in advance

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on October 3rd, 2017

Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach this morning! I am sorry to hear Toby has been itching frequently. Ideally, Toby should be seen by his veterinarian so a diagnosis can be made. Your veterinarian will run a few skin tests to determine what the cause is so Toby can be treated effectively. It could be a bacterial infection, sarcoptes mites, ringworm, or a flea allergy. You can try an oatmeal/aloe shampoo you may purchase at your pet supplies store to help hydrate and soothe the skin. You may also ask your veterinarian about a product called Revolution that could be prescribed by your vet to help treat sarcoptes mites as well as treat and help prevent fleas. I hope this helps and best of luck to you and Toby!

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