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My dog has small pus-filled pimples on her tummy. Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkipoo | Female | unspayed | 9 months and 19 days old | 7 lbs

My dog has just a few small puss filled pimples on her lower tummy. They don't seem to be bothering her, but should I be worried?

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Answered By Robin Diers, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 20th, 2017

Hello there. Penny may have a skin infection. I recommend bathing her in an antibiotic and antifungal shampoo. I also recommend taking her to the veterinarian to help determine the cause of the pimples, which could be from allergies, scratches, bug bites, etc.

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