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My dog is scratching, nibbling, and has bumps. Could it be fleas?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 year old | 60 lbs

My dog is scratching a lot , he also nibbled at his back and paws. Could there be a real serious issue? I also noticed raised hair bumps on his snout.

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 24th, 2017

It doesn't sound too serious. What is sounds like is fleas. If you don't have him on a good flea prevention (like Advantage II or Bravecto, etc) then I would suggest you start him on one ASAP. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Advantage-II-Flea-and-Tick-Monthly-Treatment-For-Extra-Large-Dogs-4-Treatments/37601740 You may also consider bathing him in this anti-itch shampoo. I would not use a flea shampoo as they are rarely work and if they do work they are a very temporary fix. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Veterinary-Formula-Clinical-Care-Hot-Spot-and-Itch-Relief-Medicated-Shampoo-for-Dogs-and-Cats-16-fl-oz/24885757 Hope this helps.

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