Health & WellbeingI have a 4 year old 70 lb German shepherd mix. About a month ago I noticed a rash on his lower belly and inner thighs. This was just weeks after he was neutered and received his first set of vaccinations. I gave him an oatmeal and aloe bath but it ha
Poor Bosco! It could be the food causing the problem. It's interesting the rash start right around when you started him on the new food. I have colleagues who have reported seeing skin rashes in dogs who are eating Rachael Ray food. When their clients stopped feeding that food, the rash went away. It might be a good idea to try a different brand of food to see if that helps with the rash. Brands I recommend include Royal Canin, Hill's Science diet, Purina ProPlan, and Iams. Bosco should also see a vet for this rash, especially since stronger medications such as steroids may be needed to treat the rash. I would bring him into your vet first thing Monday.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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