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What are these non-itchy skin-colored bumps in my puppy's ears?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 4 months old | 33 lbs

My 4 month old staffy cross has multiple skin-coloured bumps on the inside of both ear flaps. They don't seem to itch or hurt the dog. Just wondering what they are really, and if I need to do anything about them?

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Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on August 8th, 2017

These bumps can be caused by fly or mosquito bites, allergies/hives, or infection. You can apply a benadryl cream to the ears, but if it gets worse or more bumps appear within the next 24 hours, I recommend that Barret be checked out by a veterinarian.
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