[header] How to prevent mange in dogs [title] Monitor where your dog is itching his body. [step] Is there a certain area on the body that is itchier than others? Does your pet lick his feet, under his tail, or along his belly? [substeps] The most common areas of irritation for allergic dogs are around the back and tail, the abdomen, and the legs and paws. [title] Check for cheyletiella mange. 
[step] To the naked eye, this type of mite looks like flakes of dandruff. It is also a slow moving mite.