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My dog has a pink ring on her armpit. What could it be? Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 11 lbs

I noticed my dog has a pink ring on her armpit. I’m not sure what it is.

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 9th, 2019

Thank you for your question about Mia! In most cases these lesions are actually due to fly bites, often from the black fly. Most of these do resolve within a few days and don't bother the dog much but if she is itching at it, cool compresses or topical benadryl cream can help.

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