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My dog has an itchy rash on her backside. What's the best solution?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 7 months and 15 days old | 50 lbs

Hello my dog has been itching at her backside for about a week now and at first I thought it wasn’t much but now I think it’s gone too far I’ve tried looking up remedies and stuff for her but nothing could help I would be very grateful in finding out what would be the best option in terms of getting rid of this rash on her behind.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 10th, 2019

The only way to get rid of it is to know what is causing it. This itching could be caused by fleas, mites, allergies, or ringworm. I'd take Ellie into the vet first thing in the morning. The vet can diagnose what is causing this rash, and can prescribe medication to treat it. Best of luck.

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