Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 3 years and 9 months old | 45 lbs
My 3 year old Shepherd/Lab mix has doggie acne on his chin. Is there a way to treat this at home?
2 Answers
Published on January 26th, 2019
Keep the area clean and dry. You can use a cleanser containing benzoyl peroxide and gently scrub the affected area daily. This may clear up minor acne. More severe cases may require antibiotics which will need to be dispensed by your veterinarian.
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Published on March 16th, 2018
You can clean it daily with a shampoo or gentle cleanser containing benzoyl peroxide. Keep her chin clean and dry. if she eats r drinks from a plastic bowl, consider a switch to ceramic or stainless steel. Your veterinarian may prescribe topical or systemic antibiotics until the infection is resolved.
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