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Why is my 5-month-old puppy itching the same spot for a week?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 5 months and 14 days old | 37 lbs

Hello my dog has been butting this same spot for a week now he is 5 months old

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 22nd, 2020

Solo might have fleas, mites or allergies that are causing him to be itchy in this spot. I'd recommend having your vet examine him - they may want to take a skin scrape sample to look for mites or they might recommend trying some treatments for allergies.

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