Dog Rash on Chest / Underside Looks Like Heat Rash

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July 30, 2014

Hi Jerry,
Sorry for the late response. From the photo you submitted your pup has, what is called, “superficial pyoderma”. This is more similar to ‘diaper’ rash in a human, rather than ‘heat’ rash. Caused by moisture trapped in the skin folds/underside of the belly, and bacteria entering the hair follicles.

It may be related to the hot weather you have had in Fresno, causing her to seek water/mud in an attempt to keep cool, allowing the bacteria to get into her hair follicles and causing all of the skin eruptions to occur.

Treatment is to keep her clean.

1. Bathe her 1-2 times per week with a baby shampoo.

2. If she does start to itch or scratch, you may need to make her wear a white cotton T-shirt to prevent her toenails from causing trauma to her skin.

3. Keep her inside during the excessive heat, and NOT in the mud.

4. She should start to improve in 2-3 weeks.

If she has had a vaccination in the past month, this may have triggered her ‘susceptibility’ to getting this condition. And may make it harder for her to recover. And I would be VERY cautious with any future vaccines.

Seeking the help of a holistic veterinarian to write an exemption form, may be necessary.

Another resource for vets knowledgeable in homeopathy is AVH.org.

Also, making sure she is eating a healthy diet, is also important. See our page on 10 Best Dog Food Options, https://www.organic-pet-digest.com/10-best-dog-food-options.html, and consider a RAW diet for her. DRY Dog food is not adequate for healthy skin, since healthy skin needs to have more moisture from the food.

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Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

DISCLAIMER: The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.