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Why does my dog have a rash with white bumps in his genital area?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rhodesian Ridgeback | Male | neutered | 1 year and 5 months old | 92 lbs

1.5 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback has rash in genital area. Some bumps, getting larger and turning skin white. Does not appear to be very itchy.

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 15th, 2017

This looks like a skin infection and some excoriations (scratches) on Cooper's skin. I would recommend taking him in to the vet so he can get started on an antibiotic and help the skin get cleared up.

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