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My dog is still itching and biting after flea bath. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Female | spayed | 3 years and 9 months old | 12 lbs

My dog Sasha has been itching nonstop and biting on herself I thought it was flees because I seen a couple but I gave her a flees bath she continues to scatch alot and bite on herself still I want to know what it is and what I should do for her thank you

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 31st, 2021

It looks like she has a flea allergy dermatitis and is in need of prescription medications. You need to schedule an appointment with your vet for treatment. She likely needs an antibiotic, corticosteroid, and flea prevention to treat her skin infection and help control the flea problem. A flea bath is not going to be enough. She needs a flea prevention like Nexgard, Credelio, Bravecto, etc and your vet can prescribe one.

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    Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 6th, 2020

    It looks like he might have a skin infection which could be secondary to an allergy. He should be examined by a vet to determine the exact cause and treat the problem. Your vet can do cytology, culture, and/or a skin scrape, if needed to help diagnose. He may need an oral antibiotic and a corticosteroid to help treat the problem. You could also bathe him with a medicated antibacterial dog shampoo.

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