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What causes scabby clumps on my dog's back and how to treat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 6 years and 5 months old | 90 lbs

Hi! I was wondering why my dog continues to get these scab like clumps all over her back and what i can do to help fix it?

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on June 26th, 2019

I would recommend that Maggie get checked out by the vet. There can be many possible causes for skin flaking like this, including allergies, parasites, and seborrhea. Treatment would be determined on the suspected cause. https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/seborrhea/

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