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My puppy has itchy bumps under her fur. Is it her food or shampoo?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year old | 22 lbs

Dakota has developed some “bumps” like a rash under her fur and I’m wondering what is most likely the cause? We are still using “puppy” food and shampoo and we are wondering if one of these is causing the issue. She is itching and it is clearly bothering her.

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 3rd, 2018

Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. What you are describing sounds like it could be a skin allergy or infection. I would recommend using the below products, which can be found online quite easily. If these do not help resolve the problem, I would recommend having a veterinarian examine her so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns. 1. Welactin omega 3 fish oil 2. Essential 6 spot on by dermoscent 3. Malacetic conditioning spray and apply to the area until resolved 4. Douxo PS chlorhexidine combination shampoo and bathe twice weekly until resolved

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