My pitbull has a rash in her ...armpit? right side front, and it's been there for weeks. She's constantly scratching, and I think it is also under her fur, and maybe her back leg - it's red, but I can't be sure if it's the same thing. I tried giving her benadryl (in case of an allergic reaction) but it didn't help. I can't afford to take her to a vet right now, b/c my husband is off work, but I'm worried about her... What might be going on and what do I do?

Updated On January 22nd, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 4 years old | 60 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

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Those spots on Rey could be several things including fleas, allergies, skin mites, bacterial infection, ringworm (which humans can get) or endocrine disease. 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. If the lesions do not start improving within a week or if they are getting worse, have her examined by the veterinarian. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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