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Why does my dog have a red rash on his belly?

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Created: 2022-05-13 10:27:11

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Fleas, mites, and ticks can cause irritation, exposing your dog to bacteria, yeast, and fungal infections. Demodex mites, walking dandruff, flea allergy dermatitis, and sarcoptic mange (caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite) can all cause rashes on your dog's skin, including her belly and groin area.


How do I treat a rash on my dog's belly?

Soothing shampoos (aloe or oatmeal based). Wiping off your dog's paws and belly after a walk, to remove pollen and other potential allergens. Hydrocortisone cream is usually okay to apply for a few days directly on the rash. Just be sure your dog doesn't lick and ingest it (an Elizabethan collar can help).

What does a rash look like on a dog?

While heat rash can present like a number of other common rashes, symptoms to look out for include tender and red skin (usually in skin folds and on the belly), scabs and sores, continuous licking and scratching, itchy and irritated skin, and small pimples in a concentrated area.

What home remedy can I use for my dogs belly rash?

Many dog rashes can be cured at home without veterinary treatment. Shampoos are a go-to for treating dog skin rashes at home. Those that contain colloidal oatmeal reduce skin redness, dryness, and itching. Over-the-counter medicated shampoos are also available to treat skin conditions that can cause rashes.

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