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Found strange bugs on my dog, not fleas or ticks. What are they?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 11 lbs

What is this ? I've pulled at least 3 off today of my dog

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Answered By C. Rathjens, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 29th, 2018

I'm not sure, but it's not a flea and it's not a tick. If thet seem to be biting Cody, you keep finding lots of them, or he's getting itchy, it would be worth saving one and giving a pest control service a call, but otherwise I'd recommend removing it and not worrying about it. Good luck and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

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