My puppy has a red, itchy belly. Could it be an allergy or dermatitis?

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Hi, my nine week old bullarab x wolfhound has been with us for just under a week. A few days ago, she seem s to be scratching quite a bit (she doesn't have fleas). Now, she has a red belly (it kind of looks like it is coevered in minor dermatitis) I am wondering if this could be from a sensitive skin reaction to the shampoo we used, or perhaps an allergic reaction to grass? It doesn't seem to be bothering her, apart from itching, and the skin on her belly isn't sore- but should we go to the vet? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | unspayed | 5 months and 5 days old | 16.3 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Poor Nala!! This is probably due to an allergy, although it could also be due to a skin infection or mites.   First of all, I would suggest to get her to the vet to perform some skin tests - this might reveal an infection or a mite infestation.   If all of those came back negative, the next step is to treat the allergy symptomatically and try discovering the cause of the allergy.   Some medications can be given by the vet in order to stop the chewing and repair the skin lesions (steroids and antibiotics).  There is also a topical spray available, it's called Cortavance and you can get it at the vets.   Hopefully you will see some results after all this, if not you and your vet should consider starting on a long term allergy treatment.

My puppy has a red, itchy belly. Could it be an allergy or dermatitis?

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