My dog has a rash on his belly. Is it allergies or another cause?

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Hello! I have an approximately 5-year-old male bull terrier. He has developed a rash on his belly near his groin. I am not sure what it is, could you identify it? Thanks! Vanessa. Pet's info: Dog | Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 45 lbs

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, sorry to hear about Chico. It looks like he is having multiple areas of skin inflammation (dermatitis). This could be causes by a various things to include bacteria, yeast, or most commonly allergies. In that location, environmental allergies are the most common cause. These may include grasses, trees, pollen, carpet, dust mites, dander, etc. Signs associated with this could include licking, scratching, rubbing belly on the floor, and developing other areas of dermatitis. If he is otherwise comfortable with a good appetite and no itchiness, then you can bathe him with a skin sensitive shampoo to wash off any excessive allergens. You may wipe him with skin sensitive baby wipes as well to decrease any allergen exposure. If he does develop any itchiness, then he may need allergy medications which can be provided by your veterinarian. Hope this helps and best of luck.

My dog has a rash on his belly. Is it allergies or another cause?

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