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My French Bulldog has a rash on his scrotum. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Male | unneutered | 9 months and 25 days old | 9.7 lbs

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Answered By Silvia De Cecco, DVM, MRCVS

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Published on March 16th, 2019

This is very likely to be a scrotal dermatitis. It could be cause by a contact allergy or irritation or by a infective agent (bacteria, fungal). I strongly recommend to avoid any licking, chewing or scratching of the area (Gizmo would probably need a buster collar) otherwise the inflammation wan't disappear. You could bath the area with some diluted hibiscrub once a day for 3 days but if the problem persist a check up with the vet and prescription meds might be needed. Please post again on the forum if you would like to discuss it further. I hope my answer was helpful.

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    Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

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    It does look like Gizmo has some papules on his scrotum, which could be a sign of a skin infection or simply topical irritation. If he has been licking his scrotum I would recommend seeing a vet to determine whether or not he might have allergies. Otherwise I think you could monitor this area, but if you are noticing new lesions or he seems itchy you should see the vet.

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