My dog has a rash on his private parts. Can I treat it at home?

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My pups has a rash near his winky. I assume they’re bug bites or something cause he plays outside, but I don’t know. I don’t see it anywhere else. Can I put something on him? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 45 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Those spots on Wrecks could be several things including fleas, allergies, skin mites, bacterial infection, ringworm (which humans can get) or bug bites. There are a couple things you can do at home and they can help but they may not address the underlying cause. You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for dogs, this can help improve the skin health. You can wash the lesions once a day (not his whole body, just the lesions). Also protect the area from trauma by having your pup wear an elizabethan collar at all times. If the lesions do not start improving within a week or if they are getting worse, have him examined by the veterinarian. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

My dog has a rash on his private parts. Can I treat it at home?

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