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My puppy is losing hair, licking skin, and has red bumps. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 6 months and 27 days old | 40 lbs

I have 7 months old mixed breed (German shepherd and Labrador) puppy. From last one month he start loose his hair and he bite and lick his skin, tail and paws. Also he has some small red bump/lump around the neck, ear and forehead. What should I do?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 3rd, 2018

Hello. It sounds like Bruno may have mange (mites). It is hard for me to say exactly just based on your description and not seeing him myself. Other possibilities are: 1. bacterial infeciton 2. fungal infection 3. autoimmune disorder 4. allergies I suggest you find a vet to take him to for an examination. I can't offer you any home treatment ideas without knowing what is causing his symptoms. That is why you need a vet to look at him. Best wishes.

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