My puppy has red puffy bites and white bumps. What's going on?

Hello. This sounds like it might be an allergic reaction. This could result in swelling around the airways. If hives are present (raised, haired bumps about 1cm across), then I would suggest a visit to the vet for some medications. Good luck with your little one!

Poor Odyssi! The red pimple-like lesions that you are seeing could be related to a skin infection or contact reaction to insect bites (mosquitoes, fleas, etc.). A trip to the vet is in order to further assess these lesions, as antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications are likely needed. At this point, make sure that she is receiving a high quality flea and tick preventative (such as Nexgard, Bravecto or Advantix) regularly. You can also bathe her in a gentle oatmeal-based shampoo (unless you are using topical flea control). If Odyssi seems overly itchy, put an e-collar (cone) on her until her vet appointment. If you do not have an e-collar at home, this link provides tips on making one: http://dogsaholic.com/care/homemade-dog-cone.html. I hope that all goes well!

What you have described sounds like a skin pustule which can be seen with infection or even secondary to an insect bite. If you only notice one, I would not worry. If you notice multiple pustules, Bentley may have a skin infection. Follow up with your veterinarian if notice multiple pustules.

Usually ant bites don't cause skin lesions on dogs, but any insect bite could look like this if the dog is sensitive. These also look like they might be papules secondary to a bacterial skin infection. Juvenile pyoderma, or a staph skin infection is very common in puppies and might not require treatment if it is not bothering the dog. If Nova is not itchy I think you could simply monitor - if these spots have not resolved in 3 weeks, if you see more or if Nova seems to be licking or scratching her belly I'd recommend seeing a veterinarian.

This looks like an allergic reaction to something or general allergies. Make sure he is on a good veterinary prescribed flea control. You can try to shampoo him in a chlorhexidine shampoo to help heal the red bumps. You can also Give him 75 mg (3 adult) Benadryl to help with any itching. If he isn't itching and/or the bumps aren't improving, I would contact your vet for an exam to ensure he doesn't need a stronger allergy medicine or antibiotics. I hope this helps!

Bug bites can get swollen, especially if Yuki is having an allergic reaction. You can contact your vet for the correct dosage of a medication such as benadryl to see if that will help. If the swelling continues or worsens, or affects her head, face, or neck, it is best to bring her in ASAP for immediate allergy shots and some steroids to help the swelling go down. Blisters can sometimes appear "bubble like" and may be red, swollen and balloon and can be due to injuries, burns, friction and more. Keeping Yuki from messing with it is best to prevent infection as it heals.

Swollen red bumps on the belly or near the private parts are most often caused by a bacterial skin infection called [pyoderma](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/staphylococcal-pyoderma-1/). This often happens in dogs that have underlying [allergy issues](https://www.petcoach.co/article/food-allergies-vs-environmental-allergies-whats-the-difference) or other skin problems. If the bumps aren't bothering her much and she is acting normal otherwise, you can get a [topical antibiotic spray](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetericyn-plus-wound-and-skin-care-for-dogs) labeled for dogs at Petco or online. Use this on the affected area 2-3 times daily until the bumps are gone. If there is no improvement in the rash in the next 3-5 days, or if she is itchy or painful or having any other symptoms, then I would recommend having her examined by a vet as she may need oral antibiotics or other prescription medication to treat the problem.