My dog has non-itchy bumps on his skin. What could it be?

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My lurcher has lots of small bumps on his skin, mainly on his legs and feet but one on his face and a couple down his back, he doesn't seem to be itchy but has been taking piriton because he's had a couple tick bites recently too so that might be relieving any itching that they may be causing. One looks definitely different to the rest as is red, not pale, and has been there longer (not sure what that is either) and I guess some may just be bites. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 5 years and 5 months old | 62 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

It may be a skin growth or cyst that is forming since it is different and lasting longer. With the thinning hair coat in some photos i would be concerned you have a skin infection that is contributing to the bumps and it is spreading and affected this hair follicle. I would have your vet check to see if it is infected as this will need antibiotics to clear it up. They can also check for any further parasites or an allergy

My dog has non-itchy bumps on his skin. What could it be?

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