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Black dots on French Bulldog skin? When to give puppy first bath?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 1 day old | 26 lbs

Hi, can you tell me what do black dots mean on french bulldog skin and when should bath my puppy first time? Thank you :)

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 9th, 2017

From that picture, nothing appears abnormal. The dark spots may be the natural pigment changes in his skin and it is just easy to see through the white fur. At 3 months, most shampoos are safe and you can give him a bath any time now, generally not more than weekly though.

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