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Is a black fly bite on my dog dangerous, or will it heal on its own?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 24 days old | 8 lbs

Is a black fly bite dangerous for my dog?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 4th, 2024

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Feliz and for providing a picture, it's very helpful Black fly bites look awful, as the one in the picture on him shows, but they are not dangerous and typically heal on their own with no intervention. Sometimes they can be itchy to the dog, but typically it just looks really bad but causes no pain or issues. I hope this helps.

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