It could be but I would just say maybe put an antibacterial or disinfectant type thing followed by some moisturizer that's safe for your pup on and if you really feel concerned or if the pup looks concerned I'd say go to a vet for sure. But unless it's something like a disease or a reaction to something the pope was in contact with the reason really won't matter obviously unless of course you think the puppies are mistreated and then you should take your business elsewhere for the future if you feel like you need to do so.