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Why does my dog have red bumps and pimples all over her skin?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 11 months and 28 days old | 50 lbs

What is this it’s all over her body

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 29th, 2018

This looks like a severe case of pyoderma. Pyoderma in dogs is the most common type of canine skin disorders. The condition is characterized by dog pimples, lumps, bumps and areas of skin redness. It can be found in specific areas or all over the dog's body. Pyoderma usually occurs as the result of another underlying condition such as a depressed immune system, reducing the body's ability to fight off infection. Depending on the severity of the condition (surface or deep into the skin), treatment in most cases will include the combination of antibiotics and shampoo therapy. i recommend taking her to your vet ASAP in order to get it treated.

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