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My pet has fly bites. What's the best OTC treatment and prevention?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 6 years and 2 months old | 50 lbs

Hi, What’s the best OTC treatment for fly bites? And possibly ways to keep them away? Thanks, Jeff

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 27th, 2019

Hello. I usually recommend Farnam's Fly-Off Repellent Ointment for wounds & sores like this. It is over the counter & you should be able to find it at any Petco. Just use it on a regular basis to help heal & protect the ears. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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