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My dog has a rash or bites. How can I identify what they are?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 4 years and 4 months old | 90 lbs

My dog has a rash and or bites i need identified

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on October 6th, 2017

If you submit another question with images attached, one of our experts may be able to identify the bites. If Gage is licking or chewing, place an e-collar (cone) on him to prevent trauma. If he is swelling up or having difficulty breathing, seek veterinary attention immediately. If he has hives, an antihistamine, such as Benadryl, may help. You will need to contact your vet though for a dose as we are legally prohibited from providing dosing information in the absence of a physical exam and a patient-veterinarian-client relationship.

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    Answered By Joy Fuhrman, DVM, MBA, CPA

    Veterinarian

    Published on

    In order to identify the rash or bites we would need to see a picture of what they look like. Please post another question on the forum with a picture of what you are seeing so that we can answer your question.

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