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Puppy has blisters, neck swelling, and is weak. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 1 month and 27 days old | 2 lbs

I have a 8 week old puppy with blisters in ears around mouth and neck have knot in it puppy has been eating and drinking just fine No blood in stool , just seem weak today we are part of the flood area in Mo I can't get out is there anything I can do till I can get to a vet later next week

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Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on May 6th, 2017

Oh dear, poor Tickles! My first concern in a young puppy with blister-like lesions and a swelling in the neck (which I assume is a lymph node) is puppy strangles. If there is no lymph node enlargement, other issues such as a skin infection, mange or ringworm would be more suspicious. Unfortunately, there isn't anything that you can do at home for any of these conditions aside from assuring that Tickles continues to eat and drink normally. Take him to the vet as soon as you are safely able to do so. I hope that he feels better soon and that you stay safe!

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