My dog has white spots on her belly. Is it serious? What should I do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Poodle | Female | spayed | 5 years and 2 months old | 13 lbs
What are white spots on dogs tummy
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Published on February 13th, 2018
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This looks like a focal infection. These are called pustules and likely contain pus. You can try to use a medicated shampoo containing chlorhexidine twice weekly for 2 weeks. If there is no improvement or in the meantime this appears to be getting worse, have her evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Good luck and best wishes!
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Published on September 10th, 2018
Hi, thabks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It could be a pustule (bacterial infection). I don’t think I’d get too worried about one single pustule if he is otherwise fine (not scratching or licking). If he develops more he should see your vet. Puppy pyoderma on the belly isn’t uncommon. Have a good day!
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Published on August 3rd, 2018
It could be impetigo, a simple skin infection on the belly. Post a picture if you can. A visit at the vet could confirm it and the veterinarian may prescribe antibiotics wipes. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach
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Published on August 20th, 2017
Puppies can often get a puppy pyoderma or a type of skin infection on their bellies from being so low to the ground and rubbing in all sorts of things. If it is only a small pimple like lesion you can just try bathing with an antibacterial medicated shampoo. If she gets more lesions or is licking or scratching she should see a vet as she may need systemic medication.
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