My dog has a rash on its belly. Is aloe vera gel safe to apply?

Charlie's belly looks very sore and inflamed. It can be from a topical reaction if he rubbed against something new or an environmental allergen. I would not use topical aloe as it can upset their stomach if they ingest any. Give him a cold bathe and you can apply some topical cortisone cream. If he is scratching it or licking it a lot or it is not better by morning, I would take him to your vet

I would shy away from the use of Aloe Vera in dogs, particularly those which are small breeds. If ingested, it can cause severe diarrhea resulting in dehydration and the clinical signs associated with that.

It could be a local bacterial infection, fungal infection or inflammation. You would need to have Lily physically examined by your veterinarian for a definitive diagnosis and for treatment. If she is licking at it, place an e-collar (cone) on her. Keep the area clean and dry until she sees the vet.

Place an e-collar (cone) on Snowball to prevent licking which can delay healing or introduce bacteria. Have her examined by your veterinarian to diagnose the cause of the rash. Antibiotics can be used for bacterial infection, antifungals for a yeast infection. Topical and systemic treatment may be necessary. Do not give any medications to Snowball without the advice of a veterinarian. Legally, we are prohibited from recommending medications in the absence of a physical exam and a patient-veterinarian-client relationship.

Yes, this is fine. It may temporarily help Indy Oliver with the itchiness from the rash, but it's not a long term solution. I'd recommend having him seen by his vet in the morning to have the rash treated. I hope this helps!

Thank you for providing pictures of Achilles's belly! Yes, I would take him into the vet. It certainly isn't normal to have a rash on the belly, and it could be caused by a contact allergy, ringworm, or a skin infection. The vet can diagnose what is causing the rash so it can be treated. I would take him into the vet in the morning.

That looks horrible. Poor Bear. You need to tell your mom to stop using calamine lotion now. It contains zinc oxide, which can damage a dog's red blood cells – causing them to rupture, then leading to anemia, and even vomiting and diarrhea. It is not safe at all to use on dogs. The only way to know for sure what is going on is to have him seen by a vet. He also has to be seen by a vet to make sure he isn't suffering from anemia from your mom using the calamine lotion. She has to take him into a vet now. 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/