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My dog has red spots on his tummy near private area. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My dog has small red spots on lower tummy near private area. Looks like a rash but not sure. What should we do?

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on September 2nd, 2017

It looks like there may be a small skin infection (called pyoderma). You can use a medicated shampoo like Dechra Malacetic Ultra Otic, but if it doesn't look better in 72 hours, your pup may need oral antibiotics to clear the infection.

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