Other potential environmental causes of hives include insect bites or stings. Excessive heat and friction can also result in skin irritation and cause a rash on your dog’s belly. A red bump on a dog’s ...
A poor Kolkata neighborhood lost power during a heat wave, unlike a nearby luxury mall. The resulting protest exposed extreme heat’s unequal toll in India.
Living in tick-infested areas and frequent exposure to dogs may also increase risk. Up to one-third of people who get RMSF don't remember being bitten by a tick or having been in contact with a tick.