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Puppy neck rash: What's causing it and how to treat at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 3 months and 2 days old | 70 lbs

My puppy has a rash on his neck. Any idea what could it be. Anything I can give him?

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on September 13th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! It could be from extra moisture due to his collar or a skin infection. Below is a link to an antihistamine to control scratching. I would clean it was a mild soap and water daily. Dry it well. You can try the spray below after drying. If it hasn't improved in a week he should be seen by a Vet for prescription medications. Good luck! https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=40493 https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/zyrtec/

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