My 11-week puppy pees in bed after walks & has a belly lump.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I'm sorry to hear Candy has a bump. I do recommend all new lumps or bumps be evaluated by a veterinarian to determine if they are potentially malignant (cancerous) or not. Depending on what it may be will determine what can be done for it. Good luck!

The most likely cause is bacterial - called puppy impetigo. http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+2111&aid=878 I suggest you get these wipes and use them on the affected area twice daily until gone. http://www.allivet.com/p-5393-douxo-chlorhexidine-3-ps-pads-for-dogs-and-cats-30.aspx Hope this helps. Best wishes!

I get concerned with things a lot sooner with such a young puppy. The watery blood would make me recommend an exam by itself. I would want a urine sample to see if there is blood in the urine. The pustules have me concerned about a bacterial infection. I would recommend taking him in for an evaluation by a veterinarian. He might need to be on antibiotics or at least a topical medication. Thanks for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach

3 months is still EXTREMELY young, and I would not consider a 3 month old puppy to be fully house-trained. Any new situation can always cause a regression in training until worked on, and some dogs may have accidents on occasion until they are old enough and their bladder is fully developed. I would give her a few minutes in between going outside, and letting her on the bed at night, to give her a chance to settle down and relax. It's very possible that the fun of being on the bed is just too exciting (or scary) and is causing her to have an accident as many puppies may experience excitement or submission urination, even if they've already gone potty outside. Once she is calm, you can put her on the bed, but try not to make a big deal out of it, to see if keeping her relaxed helps. If she does immediately pee, she may just need to stay off the bed for a while longer until she is a bit older. An enzymatic cleaner can also be used with any bedding when it is washed to help break down any urine particles that may be attracting her.

I suspect that these are little bumps are due to a bacterial infection (pyoderma). Puppies commonly get this on their bellies and they usually go away with good cleaning. I recommend cleaning the belly with a medicated wipe or shampoo (can get this at the pet store) once a day until the bump(s) are gone. If it seems to get worse, then you'll want to take Mia into the vet for an exam. Below is a link to an article with more information about pyoderma. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/pyoderma-in-dogs Please note that I cannot be sure this is the problem without actually examining Mia, so your best option is to have a vet evaluate her, so they can definitively diagnose it and prescribe the most appropriate treatment. I hope that helps and all is well with Mia.

This very localized lump could be due to a trauma and inflammation/exudation of fluid under the skin in between muscles. Unfortunately it is diffiuclt to be more specific than that without having a feel during physical examination. I would recommend an immediate check up to confirm this clinical suspicion and treat accordingly. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Hello there! I can understand your concern, especially when you come home from vacation and can't get in touch with a vet. The bump on her back is not an emergency. It could be a mole, a pimple, a bug bite, or a small cyst. Urinating on the couch could be from the stress of you being away, or it could be from a urinary tract infection (UTI). If she continues to urinate in odd places, urinates frequently, or develops any blood in her urine, you should have her checked at the vet for a UTI. This is also not an emergency, unless Miley is acting lethargic or having other symptoms. Lastly the blood on her ball is probably from chewing vigorously. It is not unusual for dogs to accidentally make their gums bleed on their toys from hard play or chewing. My suggestion would be to schedule Miley for an exam at the vet to have these concerns evaluated. They will take a look at the lump and see if it needs to be tested further, check her teeth and gums for any gingivitis or small injuries, and, if needed, collect urine for a urinalysis (to check for a UTI). I don't think you have anything to worry about tonight, so give your vet a call in the morning to set up an appointment. Good luck, and I hope Miley does well! :)