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Why does my puppy have small black dots on his tummy and legs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Goldendoodle | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 1 day old | 10 lbs

Hi there, my puppy has small scab like black dots on his tummy and legs I’m wondering what it may be, he’s not noticeably itchy or anything.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 11th, 2019

It is usually caused by either a yeast infection or an allergy, it could also be caused by a mite infection. if it doesn't resolve within a few weeks i would recommend taking him to the vet in order to get it checked and treated.

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