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My old dog has a rash with pimples. Allergy or something else?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Male | unneutered | 14 years and 9 months old | 23 lbs

I have a jack russel he’s 15 years old my mother washed his blanket and he got a rash on the side of his stomach with little pimples could it be something else

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 25th, 2019

This is likely to be caused by an allergic reaction but mites and bacterial infections are possible as well. I would recommend an immediate check up to confirm one of these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed.

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