what are the little black bugs on my dog that are not fleas and how do I get rid of them?

Question

My dog has little black bugs that are making him itch terribly, I'm shaving the poor little guy down but what are they? Mites? They are not fleas, he has had a flea dip and it didn't work and after looking at pics I think maybe a type of mite but how do i get rid of them?

Answer 1

I'd guess that they are mites. See a vet for a good mite medicine. You will have to do some major cleaning within your home too as the little buggers will get everywhere.