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My puppy has a new red spot on her belly. Is it a skin infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 19 days old

What is this on my baby girl it just came up yesterday

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 11th, 2019

It looks as if Roxie has a pretty significant skin infection on her belly. This can be pretty common in young puppies. She will most likely need antibiotics to help clear up the infection. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

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