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Why is my dog breaking out with red dots on her belly and body?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My dog is breaking out with little red dots under her belly, then recently her sides and back,

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Answered By Mara Howard, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 29th, 2017

I'm sorry to hear your dog is suffering from skin issues. Skin sores/lesions can have a variety of causes, such as parasites (fleas or mites), an infection (bacterial or fungal), allergies, or be a sign of an underlying condition. I would recommend she be seen by her regular veterinarian to determine the underlying cause of her skin issues and start any treatment (antibiotics, anti-itch medications) that may be necessary.

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