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My 6 month old German Shepherd mix has developed these marks and I'm not sure what they are, I have him on Benadryl for itching, but I don't know where to go from there.
Updated On April 6th, 2020
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 25 lbs
Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM 87
Veterinarian
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These look highly suspicious for a demodexx mite problem. Demodexx mites live on every pets skin, but overpopulate causing hair loss in certain pets whose immune system is not as strong. Have your vet do a simple skin scrape test to confirm this suspicion and then Tuxedo can go on medication to help resolve this over time. I don't see any areas of redness or infection yet, but secondary infections can develop quickly so it is best to get this treated as soon as you can to avoid the need for additional medications. Other possible causes for this are an environmental allergy or flea allergy. I hope that Tuxedos skin condition resolves well soon. Best of luck and take care.
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