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My dog has an itchy, flaky, smelly spot. What can I wash her with?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | spayed | 5 lbs

Sissy has this itchy spot on her back. It's hard and flaky she scratches it on everything ! Her hair has fallen out from that spot and it smells. What can I wash her with to help soothe whatever it is !?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 11th, 2018

This could be a fungal or bacterial infection or a mite infection. It could also be a case of seborrheic dermatitis. Unfortunately it is not possible to diagnose which type of problem it is just by viewing a photo. You will need to take her to a vet for an exam and a diagnosis. A bacterial or fungal infection can be treated with antibacterial or antifungal shampoo or tablets and there are anti-seborrheic shampoos as well. A mite infection can be treated with an ivermectin injection or other acaricidal medications.

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