My dog has scabby, flaky skin on his neck. Is it fleas or something else?

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I noticed this scabby/flakey patch of skin on Ivan today. Its on one part of his neck. He hasnt had flea medicine in about 2 months and has been in the woods a lot with me. I found 2 fleas on him today so he will be treated for them. Could this be from just a couple fleas? Or something else... Pet's info: Dog | Doberman Pinscher | 4 years and 4 months old

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Fleas usually cause red irritated skin and hair loss. This MIGHT be from the fleas so you can monitor him for 2 weeks to see if it improves. My feeling is that is is unrelated. I would bathe him in the shampoo below weekly for 2-3 baths and leave the lather on for 10 mins before rinsing and I would add in a Omega 3 fish oil to improve skin and coat health. Fleas get really bad Aug-Oct so be diligent with your prevention. Good luck! https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=19121 https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=21564

My dog has scabby, flaky skin on his neck. Is it fleas or something else?

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