My dog has bald spots, oily skin, and flea dirt. Is it fleas?

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My dog has bald patches down his back hind and legs I've checked his coat and it's oily and I've seen what looks like flea dirt what could it be? Pet's info: Dog | French Mastiff | Male | neutered

Amber W · Accepted Answer

If you are seeing flea dirt on Bruce then it's likely with hair loss and based on those pictures that he has flea allergy dermatitis. However, There are other causes of these changes that include food and environmental allergies. I'd recommend taking Bruce to see your veterinarian as it is common to have secondary bacterial skin infections with flea allergy dermatitis. You will also need to use a quality flea preventative like Bravecto, Revolution, or Advantix. Flea preventative should be consistent as it can take as many as 6 months for fully eradicate a flea problem. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach and I hope Bruce's skin is better soon!

My dog has bald spots, oily skin, and flea dirt. Is it fleas?

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