Why is my dog licking his red inner thighs? Should I see a vet?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered
My dog has been licking his inner thighs alot recently and it's all red should I be worried
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Most Helpful Answer
Published on October 7th, 2017
If it is continual and bothering him, then I would get him checked by a vet as they can over do it and cause a hot spot there and an infection. Often times it can be from an allergy to the environment or something he came in contact with or a bug bite to start. You can try a bath at home to help rinse the area and provide some relief until you can get him checked
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Published on May 13th, 2017
Many times redness on the belly,groin, and thighs is caused by underlying allergies. The allergy can be to something in the environment, to food , or even to fleas. They lick the area because they feel so itchy. You can give him cool baths to help soothe the skin and you could try antibacterial wipes on the area. But he will likely need to be seen by his veterinarian for special medicated shampoos or possibly even oral antibiotics or allergy medication. I hope his skin improves soon!
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Published on January 27th, 2022
Ouch! That definitely looks like an allergic reaction that is trending toward a bacterial infection with the big red welts. I'd have Hazel brought into your vet for an exam of the spots, and antibiotics as needed. In the meantime, keeping her from licking or chewing at the spot with an Elizabethan (cone) collar or T-shirt over the spot is best to avoid allowing more bacteria into the irritation. Food allergies can cause red welts like this along the inner thighs and bellies, as well as environmental allergens. Your vet will likely suggest a general antihistamine/allergy med to try first, unless they suspect a food allergy, in which case a food trial may help as well.
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