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My dog has skin bumps like bug bites but isn't itching. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 4 years and 6 months old | 70 lbs

My dog has developed what look like bugs bites increasingly over the last few days. Thy don't seem to itch her. I gave her a thourogh bath and brush and didn't see one bug. The majority are on her limbs but there are a few on her back and side. Any ideas. Pictures attached

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Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on June 27th, 2017

Dingo's skin lesions look most suspicious for a bacterial skin infection. These infections often develop as a result of itching or licking from underlying allergies to fleas, food or the environment. Even though you haven't noticed Dingo itching herself, some dogs will hide from their owners and only scratch when they are alone. (I realize this sounds crazy - but it is quite common!) Make sure that Dingo is receiving a high quality flea and tick preventative (such as Nexgard, Bravecto or K9 Advantix II) regularly. She will need to go to her vet because these lesions typically require oral antibiotics for resolution. I hope that all goes well!

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