My Golden Retriever puppy is scratching its tail area. Is it fleas?

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Hello, I have a Golden Retriever puppy and I have noticed that it scratches / bites the back of its body, close to the tail. It is normal? He has nothing strange about his skin, he is changing his hair. Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 24 days old | 15 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

No this isn't normal, and it can be a sign of fleas. If Cash isn't up to date on his flea treatments, I can give you one for him. First, I would give him Capstar. It's a one time pill that starts killing fleas within 30 minutes. Then follow up with a spot on treatment, such as Advantage or Revolution. This is a treatment that has to be used once a month. You will also have to disinfect the environment. Wash his bedding in hot soapy water, and vacuum the furniture and carpet surfaces. You can use a spray to kill fleas in the house, such as Indorex, or a flea bomb would work well to kill the fleas in the home. If he is up to date on his flea treatments, have him seen by a vet for this problem. Best of luck.

My Golden Retriever puppy is scratching its tail area. Is it fleas?

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