What are these dry, scabby bumps on my puppy's head? Should I pick them?

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My 9 wk old mini dachshund (male) has developed 3 or 4 very tiny pimple like bumps on the top of its head. It had one a week ago and now several more. He seems happy and energetic and eats and drinks well. Are these going to become permanent wart like growths? Should I pick them? They seem dry and slightly scabby. They are not painful to him. Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 12 days old | 2 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would guess from your description that these might either be from a bacterial skin infection like puppy pyoderma, or folliculitis. Both of these problems will sometimes resolve without treatment if they are mild enough. I would not recommend picking at any skin lesion. If they are not resolving in the next week or so, or if Hummel seems itchy or begins losing hair I’d recommend seeing your veterinarian.

What are these dry, scabby bumps on my puppy's head? Should I pick them?

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