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What's causing my dog's brown skin, if it's not fleas or ticks?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Female | unspayed | 5 years and 7 months old | 8.8184904874 lbs

Can you explain to me what this is that , note : she do not suffer from fleas and ticks or any other insect

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on February 22nd, 2019

Many times this brownish discoloration can be related to low grade allergies, pores becoming blocked or even normal skin becoming more pigemented. Some dog shampoos will have the ability to help keep pores healthy and remove the dead skin cells and excess oil. Omega 3 fatty acids for dogs can also help keep skin at its healthiest. Ask you veterinarian for a shampoo recommendation. I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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