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My female puppy has a pimple on her vulva. Should I be worried?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Cocker Spaniel | Female | spayed | 5 months and 9 days old | 13 lbs

SORRY For the repost! Learning app. Yes forgot to attach pic of Sophies vulva pimple to DR. DAYNA, DVM Here it is!

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on March 25th, 2018

Perfect! Thank you for posting the picture. It looks just like what you described. I still think it is likely a pustule and as long as that is the only one I wouldn’t worry too much. Watch it for any changes or for others to pop up. If it is not resolving in a few days then she should probably have it looked at. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

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    Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 11th, 2019

    Yes, there is a little blister looking lesion on Sophie's vulva. Sometimes these are little ingrown hairs or a little superficial infection. Keep a close eye on the area and prevent Sophie from licking it a lot as this can make it worse. If it doesn't clear up on it's own within a week or so, have it checked out by her veterinarian. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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