Red, flaky skin patches are common signs of dermatological issues in dogs, and allergies are a very frequent culprit. These could be environmental allergies (pollen, dust mites), food allergies, or even contact allergies. Other possibilities include parasitic infestations like mites, fungal infections, or bacterial pyoderma. It's important to prevent your dog from excessive scratching or licking, as this can lead to secondary infections. A proper diagnosis requires a veterinary examination, possibly including skin scrapings or allergy testing. Speak to Dial A Vet via a video consult should you need further guidance.Clinically Approved Standard by Dial A Vet Veterinary Team
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