Puppy's belly bumpy & dark after flea treatment. What to do?

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My 11week puppy is having a reaction on his belly. He had flees when we got him (week 9) that we treated with advantex (advised by petsmart). The flees are gone but it seems the bites/irritation got infected afterward. Small green puss filled boils formed, kind of scabbed over, now his skin is looking progressively more bumpy and dark. Much worse than when he had flees! 1st bath baby shampoo, 2nd Dr bronner lavender/coco oil solution. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 14 days old | 11 lbs

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello sorry to hear about Reishi. That area of his belly looks like an infection now more so than an allergic reaction. Especially since he is having pustules. Fleas tend to cause an allergic reaction and a secondary skin infection, so if Reishi did have an allergic reaction to fleas he may now have a secondary skin infection. I would ensure he is not licking at the area to the best of your ability, and I would keep the area clean of urine and feces to the best of you ability. Ultimately, I think Reishi is going to need medications to treat his infection and he should be seen by his veterinarian soon. Best of luck!

Puppy's belly bumpy & dark after flea treatment. What to do?

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