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My Golden Retriever puppy's coat is dry despite supplements. Help!

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 11 days old

Hi Doc My 4 and half month old golden retriever's coat is very dry. I am already giving her omega 3 and 6 supplements and feeding royal canin. Pls help here. Thanks Nilesh

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on September 19th, 2019

Hi Nilesh. This dry coat can be a sign of parasites that cause mange, such as Demodex, canine scabies, and cheyletiellosis (Walking Dandruff), or it could indicate that your dog has lice. I would take Maggie into the vet to get her coat checked out.

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