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What are these bumps on my pit bull's lips? Could it be staph?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | 80 lbs

I have a 1 year old red nose pit male and he has these bumps on his lips. My friend said it was staph infection.

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Sara Farmer, DVM

Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 9th, 2020

While it's difficult to say for certain if it is a staph infection I agree that it looks bacterial, but a fungal infection could look very similar. Skin infections in this area can occur secondary to irritation so make sure you use a glass or stainless steel bowl and clean it frequently. Allergies would be another possibility. This looks fairly severe in your picture - I'd recommend seeing your vet in person to determine if oral antibiotics are needed.
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