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My puppy has dry, flaky skin and dandruff. What Petco products help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 25 days old | 3 lbs

Hello, my name is Angel and I have a 4 month old female Shorkie. She has dry flaky skin, looks like dandruff on the area underneath her ears and neck area. Is there anything I can use from petco to help this out or this a serious matter?

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 11th, 2017

Flaky skin, like what you have posted a picture of, can be due to an overgrowth of yeast in the skin. This can also make the skin greasy and malodorous. Typically a medicated shampoo is most beneficial in cases like this. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

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    Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

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    Hi Angel, That is a lot of flaking and I would not consider this normal. If she is acting like it is bothering her then I would get her to your vet for an exam and some testing of the skin. If she doesn't seem bothered by it then you can try some of these products. I suggest an omega fatty acid supplement that you feed her daily and an anti-seborrhea (dandruff) shampoo or mousse to use on her coat/skin a few times a week. Use both products as directed. https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetri-science-laboratories-derma-strength-bite-sized-treats-for-dogs http://www.allivet.com/p-6678-douxo-seborrhea-mousse-for-dogs-and-cats-68-oz.aspx Skin issues can take quite a while before you notice an improvement so don't expect it to be quick. If you do both of these things for 4-5 weeks and you are seeing no improvement or the skin looks worse then you should get her to your vet for an exam. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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