My dog has blackheads on his belly. What are they and how to treat?

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My dog has these little black dots on his stomach. It looks like black heads and I can scratch gently and some of them come off. So how do I get rid of them? And why do dogs get black heads

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

This is usually due to the skin being dirty and having a mild bacterial infection. These black dots can take a while to remove, but it is possible with regular cleaning. I recommend getting a medicated shampoo from the pet store and cleaning his belly once a day until they are gone. When cleaning, you can gently scrub the skin with a cloth, but do not scrub hard, or this can make the issue worse. I recommend gently scrubbing the area for 10 minutes each day. With daily cleanings, this should clear-up within two weeks. I hope that helps and all is well with the dog.

My dog has blackheads on his belly. What are they and how to treat?

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