Why is my dog scratching her tail and has a rash? What can I do?

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hi, over my basset hounds tail there is a bad rash that is causing her to scratch a lot, what can I do? Pet's info: Dog | Basset Hound | Female | spayed | 10 years and 7 months old | 55 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor Chili! The most common cause of a rash with excessive itching near the base of the tail is fleas - so if she isn't currently on a good quality flea control medication like Nexgard, Bravecto, or Trifexis, this is the first thing I would suggest. Other possible causes of the rash and itching would include allergies, a bacterial or fungal skin infection, or skin mites (mange). It sounds like she may need antibiotics and a short-term steroid or other medication to help resolve the itching, so I would recommend taking her to the vet for an exam when you are able to.

Why is my dog scratching her tail and has a rash? What can I do?

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