Why is my 7-week-old puppy licking her thighs? Teething or fleas?

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Pepper constantly licks and nibbles on her thighs and it is beginning to worry me. She is only 7 weeks old and is in the process of teething so I'm not sue if this is due to her teething or if its something else. Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 21 days old | 5 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! What you are describing could be from teething but it is more likely that fleas or an allergy is the cause. I suggest you take Pepper to your vet for an exam so they can check this out. She is ready to start her vaccinations so you should be taking her to the vet anyway. Just have them check this out this problem as well. Hope this helps. Best wishes!

Why is my 7-week-old puppy licking her thighs? Teething or fleas?

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