Why is my German Shepherd scratching, shedding, and has flaky skin?

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Hello! My fem 8yr German shepherd is groomed daily. She was initially shedding her white fluffy winter coat, but now she's started to shed the short dark hairs. Her skin is flaky & she's got a bad case of doggy dandruff. She is scratching & biting herself and knocking off more hair. We think she might have a skin infection & my dad wants to shave her, but I read that you shouldn't shave double coat dogs. Is there any way you would be able to tell what it is or the best way to treat her? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 8 years old

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

I would not recommend shaving her as it will not resolve the underlying skin problem and may not regrow. I would start with a good quality oral parasite prevention such as bravecto, an omega fatty acid supplement and a medicated shampoo such as malaseb to address yeast overgrowth and surface infections. If not improving over 10-14days a full vet check will be required

Why is my German Shepherd scratching, shedding, and has flaky skin?

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