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My female pit bull has a rash on her genitals and keeps licking it.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 2 years and 4 months old | 75 lbs

My two yr old female pit bull has a rash only on her genitals. She incessantly licks at it making it worse. We have not taken her to her vet yet. The weather has been nice lately so she has been outside a lot during the day. She has been sleeping a bit more. Her appetite is good.

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Answered By Ann Dion, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 10th, 2017

Hello. I am sorry that Angle isn't feeling well. Pit Bulls often get skin infections, and licking is going to make it worse and re-infect it. I would suggest getting her a cone so she can't lick at it, and clean the area with warm water. If you are seeing any yellow or cream discharge, or if there are small pustules, then she will need antibiotics and needs to see a vet. Either way a visit to the vet is a good idea to see if she needs antibiotics or something for inflammation or pain. Sleeping more is a sign of pain. You can try with the cone first, and just keeping her clean and dry, and see if the rash heals up on it's own, if it isn't healing or getting worse then have it seen right away. Good luckw ith Angle.

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    Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

    Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

    Published on May 11th, 2017

    Poor Angie! She may have a vaginal infection causing her to lick this area excessively, which in turn can cause red, raw skin. This could also be an allergy related problem, or a skin infection of some kind. Ideally, I would recommend having her checked by a vet when you are able to, as she will likely need prescription medication such as an antibiotic and/or a steroid like prednisone to treat this problem effectively. In the meantime, you can gently clean the area as needed with warm water and antibacterial soap - just make sure to dry it thoroughly afterwards, as any remaining moisture may contribute to the itching and irritation. You may also want to get an e-collar (plastic cone) for her to wear until you are able to see the vet, to prevent her from continuing to lick the area and make things worse.

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