My 8 month old has skin irritation

Discussion in 'Labrador Health' started by Jewell's caregiver, Sep 1, 2015.

  1. Jewell's caregiver

    Jewell's caregiver Registered Users

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    My puppy has small bumps that we first noticed on her head in between her ears. They began about the size of a sweet green pea and grew to be marble size. They moved down her muzzle and she has scratched them making it a sore. Today I noticed that is appears she had some on her hind legs that have scabbed over.
    It came up very fast. She is playing well and still has a great appetite!
    I can't afford to take her to the vet right now and hoping someone might have some insight. I have attached pictures.
     
  2. Jane Martin

    Jane Martin Registered Users

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    Hi, I am sorry to hear about your puppy's skin problems. I think you have to find a way to get your puppy seen by a vet. If you are in the UK there are some places that will treat your pup if you are stuck for money.
    Is this definitely skin? These aren't ticks ?
     
  3. Oberon

    Oberon Supporting Member Forum Supporter

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    Welcome to the forum :)

    I'm afraid this does sound like something that really needs a vet's opinion. It could be an allergy to something but there are many things that dogs can be allergic to.

    Jane asked about ticks. Do you have any other biting things around - is it possible she's picked up fleas from somewhere?

    Unfortunately it's not possible to attach photos directly to a post - you have to put them on a photo sharing site like Flickr and then copy the link or bbcode and put that in your post.
     
  4. Boogie

    Boogie Supporting Member Forum Supporter

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    Welcome to you :)

    Yes - she needs the vet by the sound of it. Try the PDSA, they are a charity and you don't have to pay if you can't afford it.

    https://www.pdsa.org.uk/

    Also - try changing the stuff you wash her beds and blankets in, Gypsy had sudden skin irritation and it turned out to be an allergy to the washing powder I was using.
     

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