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My dog has bumps all over her skin. Is it an allergic reaction?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 3 years and 7 months old

My dog has come up with bumps all over her what would be your advice or what would you say it could be I have attached 3 photos.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 5th, 2019

This is probably an allergic reaction due to an insect bite or a plant outside. those reactions tend to resolve within 48 hours without treatment. if the swelling becomes too large or if your dog is lethargic, take her to the vet in order to get an antihistamine injection.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on November 20th, 2016

    This is probably an allergic reaction due to an insect bite or a plant outside. those reactions tend to resolve within 48 hours without treatment. if the swelling becomes too large or if your dog is lethargic, take Jack to the vet in order to get an antihistamine/steroid injection.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on December 28th, 2016

    This is probably an allergic reaction due to an insect bite or a plant outside. those reactions tend to resolve within 48 hours without treatment. if the swelling becomes too large or if your dog is lethargic, take Mienkie to the vet in order to get an antihistamine injection.

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