Miniature Schnauzer has bumps and a tick. What's wrong with his skin?

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Just noticed small bumps on the back/sides of my miniature schnauzer. Assume hives or reaction of some sort. Put him in shower to cool off, found a tick that had been there a little bit, was larger than the usual ones I find. Curious what may be the issue. Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Male | neutered | 3 years and 6 months old | 22 lbs

Emily, DVM · Accepted Answer

He could have "Schnauzer pyoderma" which is a skin infection, he could have a bacterial infection, he could have a local irritation such is an allergic reaction, or he could even have the start of a fungal infection. Sometimes a medicated pet shampoo helps other times oral antibiotics are needed. It is unlikely to be related to the tick. I would watch him for any signs of lateness are limping or pain as there are some diseases that could be spread by tick bites.

Miniature Schnauzer has bumps and a tick. What's wrong with his skin?

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