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My dog has skin lumps and bumps. Is it an infection or allergy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 1 month old | 60 lbs

Just curious if you could help identify what is our from Thank you

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on May 26th, 2017

It looks to be a skin infection or, if the lumps are raised, some sort of allergic or inflammatory response. You would need to have Mary physically examined by your veterinarian to diagnose the exact cause. Infection can be treated with antibiotics. If it is some sort of reaction, you will need to determine the cause and decrease or eliminate it if possible.

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on October 10th, 2017

    The bumps may be an allergic reaction or localized infection. Your veterinarian should be able to determine which after an exam. If he is itchy, your veterinarian can dispense an antihistamine. Antibiotics can be dispensed for infection.

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