My dog's rash is spreading, and medicine isn't helping. What to do?

Unfortunately, going to the vet is the best option, as you'd need to have the area examined in person and it would be impossible to tell the cause over the internet. Causes of hairloss and irritation can be from a number of things including allergies (potentially to the grass if it's touching, or something used on the grass such as fertilizer) to the environment, food, parasites, metabolic issues, or even skin infections if the area is spreading. Neosporin usually isn't good to put on a dog as it can make them ill if they lick it, and if its spreading even with at-home treatment it likely isn't helping. An Elizabethan (cone) collar can be used to prevent licking and chewing to see if it helps with irritation, and a T-shirt if you suspect the grass is irritating Bamboo's belly may help you rule this out as a cause. However, if it continues, having your vet take a look in person is needed.

Those spots on Blu could be several things including fleas, allergies, skin mites or bacterial infection. Since it is getting worse, I recommend to have her examined by the veterinarian. Until you can get her into see the doctor, 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 may also try changing her diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. You can wash the lesions once a day (not her whole body, just the lesions). Also protect the area from trauma by having your pup wear an elizabethan collar at all times. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

This looks like a skin infection. It is most likely bacterial, but may be fungal or a combination of both types. Unfortunately, we are not able to prescribe medications for you. This requires a direct examination with a veterinarian that can then determine which type of infection, if there are any other underlying problems and then which medication is needed. They will have to prescribe the medication. Please have Togo checked out by your vet as soon as possible. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

That looks quite uncomfortable. I'm surprised that she isn't super itchy. I don't see any obvious causes in the picture - such areas that make me suspicious of a bacterial or yeast infection. My top guesses be allergies (flea, food, environment, or even a contact allergy such as being allergic to your laundry detergent), with skin parasites or a superficial infection definitely possible. Since it's such a large area, it's going to be hard to apply an ointment - if you have a medicated bath for another dog (one that is for superficial infections) that may help. Wiping the area with witch hazel could calm in down. A mild (1%) hydrocortisone cream could also calm down the area. I would definitely recommend getting her to the vet as soon as possible. They are likely to need to do an exam saying she's in good health before she can be added to the insurance, and she's not going to qualify until her skin is better.

Most likely it is an allergy but it could also be a heat rash or a bacterial or fungal infection. I suggest you use this topical mousse on the affected areas to see if that helps. If not, she should be examined by your vet. ( https://www.allivet.com/p-6679-douxo-calm-mousse-for-dogs-and-cats-68-oz.aspx )

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.

Hi and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Harley Quinn looks as if she may be pretty uncomfortable-there are a few possible causes of her irritation. A rash or irritation can come from a contact dermatitis (ie contact with the grass, something the grass was treated with, etc), inhaled allergens (ie seasonal allergies), food allergies (ie protein source in food-chicken or beef usually) or sometimes even flea allergies (although usually those are seen on the back of the neck and rump region). Unfortunately there are not many over the counter options, although you can start with an oatmeal based shampoo to remove any contact allergens from her abdomen (although I would bathe her entire body). Since her rash appears to be widespread on her abdomen I would recommend a physical exam by a veterinarian to start treatment and give her some relief. Good luck with Harley!