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Dog has red skin near testicles. Is it an infection? Home remedies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | neutered | 10 years and 5 months old | 25 lbs

What is this inflamed red patch of skin on my dog near his testicles? Is it some infection? Any home remedies? Doesn’t bother him.

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on June 14th, 2019

That red area could be many things from a superficial skin infection to allergies. At home you can wash the lesion daily with soap and rinse well. Once it is dried, you can apply a dab of coconut oil and rub it in well. Prevent him from licking the lesion by having him wear an elizabethan collar at all times. Make sure he does not lick this as it can cause GI upset. If it is not improved within 7 days or if it gets worse at any point, have him examined. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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