>
>
>
Hi, I have noticed that some of my 3 week old puppies have spots on their mouths. Some only have the one spot whilst some have quite a few and others have non whatsoever. One of the pups at first the spots were quite inflamed and red but now have gone down and look white. Can they get puppy acne at this age? I know strangles can be a worry but their lymph nodes are not swollen and they do not have spots anywhere else and are all fine in themselves feeding and playing etc. thank you
Updated On January 8th, 2024
Pet's info: Dog | Perro de Presa Canario | Male | unneutered | 20 days old | 2 lbs
Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM 105
Veterinarian
This question includes photos that may contain sensitive content. Click to view.
View more to consider that the photos may include sensitive content.
Hello, thank you for using PetCoach. These bump are pustules, so yes, sort of like acne but it is really inflammation of the hair follicles. It can be the beginning of puppy strangles so still continue to look out for that. You have two options: 1. Do nothing and just monitor them and let their immune systems take care of it as long as they are otherwise fine. OR 2. You can use these medicated pads once daily on the affected areas until the issue is resolved. ( https://worldtails.securevetsource.com/itemView/view/223965_HomeDelivery.pml?productId=146660&auto=true ) Sometimes these get very infected and inflamed, in which case, you will need to take them to the vet as oral antibiotics will be needed. Hope this helps. Best wishes.
2Pet Parents found this answer helpful
Other Answers
Two Easy Ways to Start Earning Rewards!
Earn 2X Pals Rewards points at Petco
when you use Petco Pay!