My dog has itchy bumps and scabs. Could it be fleas or something else?

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My dog has these sma bumps that first appear just a little hairless place then he itches them and they become slightly larger scabs. He is on trifexis but are fleas still biting? Never happened before. He eats a rice chciken veggie sometines wet food diet with dry kibble left out 247 he was just neutered 2weeks ago and given all shots. His name is Dash and hes almost 9mths. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 8 months and 3 days old | 42 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Poor Dash! Trifexis is generally a very good flea prevention so flea bites are not likely. Those spots could be several things including allergies, skin mites or a bacterial infection. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for dogs, this can help improve the skin health. You may also try changing his diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. You can wash the lesions with soap once a day and rinse well (don't wash his whole body, just those spots). Protect the areas from licking or scratching. If they don't start looking better within about a week or if they get worse, have him examined by his veterinarian who may prescribe medications. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

My dog has itchy bumps and scabs. Could it be fleas or something else?

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