My dog has a dark, bumpy skin rash. How can I stop him from licking?

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Hi, I’m hoping someone can help out Riley. Riley went to the vet a few weeks ago to get checked for a rash. He got an allergen shot from the vet and after that didn’t do much the vet said to use athletes foot cream to help bring down the rash. The area has now become darker in color as seen in the picture and it’s a little more rough on the skin, like bumpy? I just want to know if there’s anything more we could do. He won’t stop licking and it’s been going on for about a month. Thanks in advance. Pet's info: Dog | Goldendoodle | Male | neutered

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Those spots on Riley could be several things including allergies, skin mites, flea bites, ringworm (which humans can get) or a bacterial infection. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for dogs, this can help improve the skin health. You may also try changing his diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. You can wash the lesions with soap once a day and rinse well (don't wash his whole body, just those spots). Protect the areas from licking or scratching and he may need to wear and Elizabethan collar at all times. Since he is still licking the lesions, it's hard to know if the changes to the lesions are a sign of recovery or a worsening. You MUST stop the licking. If the lesions don't start looking better within about a week or if they get worse, have him examined again by the veterinarian who may prescribe additional medications. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

My dog has a dark, bumpy skin rash. How can I stop him from licking?

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