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What causes a 1-year-old Lab to get sudden bleeding skin sores?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 11 months and 7 days old | 65 lbs

one year old lab breaking out in sores on his body which are bleeding no loss of appetite seems to get a new sore every couple of hours 5 now

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Answered By Jeffrey Milner

Veterinarian

Published on May 17th, 2017

If they are appearing every couple of hours, my best guess would be that Ozzy is getting hives from an allergic reaction. If the reaction is serious enough to cause a breakout like the one your describing, where the hives are oozing, I would be concerned that things could get worse. I think Ozzy should probably be seen sometime tonight if possible to be assessed. He may need a steroid shot to try and control the continuing allergic reaction. If you decide not to go, continue to monitor at home. You may want to consider an antihistamine as well. and remove Ozzy from the allergen if you have any idea what it could be If you begin to see any respiratory distress or swelling of the face, this should be considered an emergency that must be dealt with immediately.

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    Answered By Christina Kellogg, DVM

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    Poor Ozzy, This does not sound comfortable. It is impossible to tell what these are without being able to see and feel them. I would definitely get him looked at by a veterinarian when you can. If he is not bleeding too much and is not in pain, you may be able to wait to see your regular veterinarian tomorrow. But if you are concerned about him, then don't hesitate to bring him tonight. Some types of parasites can erupt through the skin. Although this is not typically life threatening, it does require treatment. Best of luck you and Ozzy.

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