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Puppy stomach rash: Dandruff or hives? What to do until the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Female | unspayed | 0.1 lbs

I have two 7 week old puppies and they both seem to have some kind of rashes on their stomachs looks almost like dandruff but then again it looks like hives what can I do for them until I get them to the vet

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on August 22nd, 2017

Hello! Thank you for your question! You may try a mild cleansing cloth over the areas a few times daily just to help keep the area clean. If they are itching or licking at the effected area, placement of a cone can help. Good luck at the vet!

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