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My dog has sudden bumps and his hair is standing up. Is it hives?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 60 lbs

I was gone all day and i came home and let my dog out of his cage and he had big bumps all over him that makes his hair look like its sticking up idk what it is please help!

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on February 9th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Poo Chevy! It is likely that the bumps are hives and Chevy is suffering from an allergic reaction. Sometime we never know the inciting cause but insects or environmental allergens are the most common, unless he is receiving medications or was recently vaccinated (in the last 24 hours). The standard treatment for hives is benadryl and steroids. Ideally you should have him seen by your Vet. You can read this article on benadryl and see if it helps. https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/benadryl/ I hope this helps and I wish Chevy the best!

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