My dog has hives and raised spots, acting strange. What should I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 9 months and 27 days old
I have a bull mastiff mix that I think that has hives. She has raised spots all over from her front legs back. She is not acting herself. What should I do.
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Published on November 28th, 2016
I would take Midnight into the vet now. It sounds like she is having an allergic reaction, and she will need medication to treat it, such as anti-histamines or steroids. The vet can confirm she does have an allergic reaction, and can treat appropriately.
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Published on June 29th, 2017
This is likely an allergic reaction. As long as she isn't having trouble breathing then this can wait until your vet opens, but I would definitely get her seen today. in the meantime you can give her 50mg (2 adult tablets) Benadryl by mouth. I hope this helps.
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