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How do you treat an English bulldog with skin problems?

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Sulfate-free, organic, hypoallergenic shampoo can help calm your dog's irritated skin; additional ingredients like aloe vera and hydrocortisone are anti-inflammatories that also aid in reducing itchiness and inflamed skin. For hot spots and lesions, an organic spray or antihistamines and topical creams can help.


What helps irritated skin on English bulldogs?

Keeping your dog's skin as healthy as possible can be obtained with a good, balanced diet as well as skin supplements such as a fish oil. Your veterinarian may also recommend you use specific wipes on areas of excessive moisture or even a medicated shampoo to keep bacteria or yeast from growing.

How do you fix bulldog skin problems?

Topical therapy is usually adequate. Some dogs may be prone to severe infections or recurrence of infection within skin folds. Such dogs may unfortunately require surgical treatment to remove deep facial folds to prevent inflammation and microbial build up.

What can I use on my bulldogs skin?

Fill a small spray bottle with water and add 2-3 capfuls of hydrogen peroxide. Some bulldog owners choose to also apply a wrinkle ointment with ingredients such as shea butter, jojoba oil, and rosemary to help combat bacteria and treat/prevent irritation.

What causes dermatitis in English bulldogs?

The most common causes of canine allergic dermatitis are flea allergy, food allergy, inhalant or contact allergy, and allergy to the normal bacterial flora and yeast organisms of the skin. To make matters more difficult to diagnose and treat, thyroid disease may add to the problem as well.

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