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My dog's flea collar caused a neck rash. How to treat it affordably?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 3 months old | 13 lbs

I noticed the flea and tick collar, I just brought for my dog started to cause a burn like rash on my dogs neck. So I removed it. Is there anything I should be treating it with. I have no money right to go to the vet and also he keeps scratching it.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 28th, 2019

Poor Jumanji! This can be a side effect of flea collars. If it's bothering him, he does need to see a vet to have it treated. If paying for a vet is an issue, you can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website. http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962 https://www.redrover.org https://www.carecredit.com http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/ http://www.dogheirs.com/resources-affordable-veterinary-care/ Check out these resources to see if one can help you. Best of luck.

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