Why is my dog licking her private area and has red bumps?

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I noticed my dog licking her vaginal area more frequently lately. I took a look and noticed a red bump, two days later there are now two. I've attached a picture. Any idea on what it might be? Pet's info: Dog | German Shorthaired Pointer (duplicate) | Female | unspayed | 3 years and 11 months old | 80 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

It doesn’t appear that your picture was attached. You may want to post the question again with the picture attached. However, very commonly dogs will get an infection in their inguinal area called pyoderma. This causes pimple like spots. Often antibiotics are needed in this situation. However other possible causes exist too such as wounds and possible tumors. I would encourage you to have her evaluated by your veterinarian soon. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

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