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Why does my chihuahua have brown flaky skin on her chest and belly?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 1 month old | 12 lbs

My chihuahua has like brownish skin flaky stuff on her chest then her bottom belly area where she pees at kinda pick at it and it flakes off brown stuff

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 16th, 2017

Without a physical exam it is difficult to say but possibilities include infection, dirt or dry skin. Wash her using a pet approved shampoo. Monitor for redness, itchiness or odor. If it doesn't resolve, see your vet for an exam.

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