Pink bumps on my dog's chin

by Jeniffer
(Tucson)

My sweet boxer mix has some pinkish bumps in a cluster on her chin.

She had recently gotten some cactus in her foot, so I thought it may have been from her trying to get it out with her mouth. However they seem to be getting larger. At least one of them opened today.

It doesn't seem to hurt her and I've been rubbing vitamin E on it daily. Everything else about her behavior, including eating and drinking, is normal.

It doesn't seem to bother her much when I put pressure on them, but I did notice today that the open one has some clear fluid in it... although it didn't drain when I applied pressure.

Do you know what this is or how I should care for it?




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Pink bumps on my dog's chin

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by: Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

Hi Jeniffer,
From the photo you submitted, it appears that your boxer has canine acne. These are pimples or pustules that arise from bacteria in the skin.

I do not think it is from cactus spines. Cleansing her chin with a baby shampoo, rinse and dry well, one time daily for one week. Applying hydrogen peroxide to the area two times daily for one week will act as an antiseptic.

In some Boxers with skin folds under their neck/chin area, it is not unusual for bacteria to proliferate. Therefore, keeping the area very clean will help to prevent the problem.

If this is not helping to clear it up completely, she may need to have some dog dietary supplements to boost her immune system. Also, improving the quality of her diet and/or seeking the help of a local holistic veterinarian may be in order.

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by: Anonymous

This comment was very helpful!! My dog has the same thing! I also read that cleaning the dishes he feeds from is a good idea as well! Thanks!

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