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Why does my French Bulldog have dark scaly spots on her stomach?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Female | unspayed | 25 lbs

Hi my French Bulldog has some dark scaly black spots on her stomach. I’ve been giving her some Benadryl and it got a little bit better, but the black spots doesn’t go away. What could she possible has and what kind of home remedy I can give her to make the black spots disappear. She got tested for mange and hives before and she’s negative. I’m trying to do some home remedy first, before I take her to the vet. She doesn’t really itch and could it be allergies from food or grass? Thanks

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on December 12th, 2018

Black spots on the skin are often an indicator of inflammation. I would recommend that you have Chanel examined by a vet. Bulldogs are notorious from having many different types of skin issues, and early treatment may limit some of their severity. The vet will do a thorough exam, and may take a sample to examine under a microscope, which can check for mites, bacteria, and yeast.

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