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).
Why does my French Bulldog have a rash?
Your French Bulldog is prone to a form of skin infection called lip-fold pyoderma, which occurs because the folds of skin along the lower jaw are usually moist. Bacteria and yeast can readily gain a foothold and cause a reddened, smelly area that is uncomfortable for your dog.
What can I put on my Bulldogs rash?
Steroidal creams, scrubbing of the affected area, dry paper towels can all temporarily seem to help but are likely to cause worsening of the localized skin fold dermatitis. If an infection has already set in, it may need to be treated by your veterinarian prior to pursuing ongoing management of the affected skin fold.
How do I treat my French bulldogs skin allergies?
Treatment of Food Sensitivity and Allergies in French Bulldogs. If your French Bulldog has extremely itchy skin or is showing signs of secondary infection from so much scratching, corticosteroids may be prescribed to help the skin to heal. Antihistamines, to stop the itch, may be suggested also.
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