My dog is always itchy and has bumps. What's the cause and treatment?

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hi, i have a 6 year old maultese poodle that i recently rescued. We found a few ticks on him and we pulled them out with tweezers. But, we don’t know if he still has some in him because he has some pimple like bumps on his belly and he is always itchy. Do you know how we can can can we treat him? Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Male | unneutered | 20 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Those bumps on Skippy's belly looks like nipples, which are a normal part of a dog's anatomy. As for being itching, the itching could be due to fleas, mites, ringworm, or allergies. If he isn't up to date on his flea treatment, 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 treatment, I recommend taking him into the vet for an exam today or tomorrow. The vet can do blood tests, skin scrapings, and use a Wood's lamp to diagnose allergies, mites, and ringworm. Once the cause of the itching is found, the vet can prescribe the appropriate treatment. I hope this helps!

My dog is always itchy and has bumps. What's the cause and treatment?

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