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Puppy rash near private area: What could it be? How to help?
Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 26 days old | 10 lbs
My puppy moose has a rash around his private area. What could it be? How can I help?
2 Answers
Most Helpful Answer
Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM
Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident
Published on August 19th, 2018
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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD
Veterinarian
Published on July 22nd, 2017
HI, thanks for using Petcoach!
It looks like your lab has a skin infection (pyoderma) either caused by a yeast or bacterial infection. It could be a reaction to something in the environment at the beach or to a shampoo or deodorizer from the groomer.
Sometimes the Vet needs to get involved to provide antibiotics, but you can try a medicated shampoo. Bathe him 2-3 times per week and let the lather sit on the affected areas 10 mins before rinsing. If no improvement or it gets worse bring him to your Vet. Here is a good shampoo:
https://www.amazon.com/Dechra-TrizChlor-4-Shampoo-8-Ounce/dp/B00K4X8TF6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1500736921&sr=8-3&keywords=4+chlorhexidine+shampoo+for+dogs1Pet Parents found this answer helpful