My dog has a rash and licks. Is it a yeast infection? How to treat?

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Hello, Recently I’ve been noticing my dog, female Chihuahua mixed breed approximately four years of age, has a rash near her pelvis area & within her armpit area by her two front legs. She tends to lick herself a lot. I read online that my dog may have a yeast infection. What should I do to treat this? Invest in medical dog shampoo & buy medicine to clear it up? How long will it take to heal? Also, will it return if she keeps licking herself? My dog also has a tendency to eat her poop. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 4 years and 1 month old

Tomasz Wnuk · Accepted Answer

Hello an thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. The skin does not look infected, I suspect the excessive itching and redness is related to an allergy. You should try and bath Diamond in an oatmeal soothing shampoo for dogs (the shampoos are available over-the-counter at pet shops, local vets or online). However, if it does not help and Diamond keeps licking herself, you will have to take her to your local vets to get anti-allergic treatment in form of injections or tablets.

My dog has a rash and licks. Is it a yeast infection? How to treat?

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