My puppy has an itchy rash with red dots. What shampoo can I use?

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Hey,Bones is a 3months old Rottweiler puppy..He has got some rash like near his penis light red dots,which makes him very itchy .I could send you pics but when I send a high quality image the pixels are greatly decreasing,you can't even see it properly..We took him to a vet ,give him an injection but I don't see any difference...I see him scratching everytime, licking his penis..Any lotion or Shampoo that reduces or cures the rashes and itching?? Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Male | 2 months and 29 days old | 9 lbs

Allison Newth, VMD · Accepted Answer

Based on your pictures this could be a simple rash caused by some sort of irritant Bones rolled in outside in the yard, but it could also be something a little more serious like a skin infection. Even if he didn't have an infection when you went to see your veterinarian the first time he could have licked the area enough by now that he has given himself one. You can start with an oatmeal shampoo that's gentle enough for puppies (your local pet store should have a pet shampoo section) and also by placing an e-collar to prevent him from licking at the site more. I would also recommend following up with your veterinarian to make sure Bones doesn't need an antibiotic or a stronger medicated shampoo if the vet thinks he may have a skin infection. Stopping the itch is important to keeping Bones comfortable and to preventing him from trying to lick the area so your vet may also prescribe a little longer lasting medication for the itch. I hope you found this helpful!

My puppy has an itchy rash with red dots. What shampoo can I use?

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