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My dog's private area is red and he won't stop licking it. Help!

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 84 lbs

Hello my dog has redness above his genital area he keeps licking it i gave him a bath and i put an e collar for right now any suggestions?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 13th, 2017

It would a good idea to put an Ecollar on Otis to keep him from licking the area, as that will make it worse. Oatmeals baths or an Epsom salt bath may help as well. He could have an allergic reaction causing the redness or he could have a bacterial or fungal infection. It would be a good idea to have him checked out by the vet over the weekend, as there may be medications needed to help treat the redness. I would see if you can get him into the vet this weekend; if not, I would take him in on Monday if the redness is still present. I hope this helps!

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