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My 5-year-old Shar-Pei's back leg keeps itching. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chinese Shar-Pei | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 5 months old | 26.6 lbs

My 5 year old shar pei back leg keeps

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 24th, 2019

It looks like unfortunately your question got cut off before you finished. It is possible your dog has a skin infection. Bacteria and yeast infections of the skin are very common in sharpei dogs, unfortunately, and often require prescription medication from a veterinarian. Sometimes a medicated shampoo like Ketochlor may help.

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