Hair Loss, Rash and Skin Irritation on English Bulldog

by | May 10, 2019 | Ask A Vet, Hair Loss, Skin Issues | 0 comments

by Stephanie S.
(Atlanta, Georgia)

Yesterday my boyfriend and I noticed a hard spot on the right side of our 4 year old all white English Bulldog male’s face where the hair was stuck together. Around it he had hair loss as well. He has not been scratching it and I don’t even think he notices it.

He is still playful and his appetite has not changed. His bowel movements are regular but I have been bad at using the same rag I use to wipe his paws and body to wipe his face. Please tell me what to do.

Comments for Hair Loss, Rash and Skin Irritation on English Bulldog

Dec 15, 2012My Online Vet Response for: Hair Loss, Rash and Skin Irritation on English Bulldog
by: Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

Hi Stephanie,
It appears that your English Bulldog may have a skin fold dermatitis. This is a superficial bacterial infection of the hair follicles located within a skin fold. Since Bulldogs have a lot of wrinkles, they are very prone to this condition.

It may not be related to using the same cloth to clean his feet and his face, but keeping him clean is of the utmost importance. If he is bathed, you must take care to dry all of the skin fold areas, and consider using an astringent such as witch hazel in the folds.

Other treatments to consider would be to boost his immune system with supplements, give fewer vaccinations, and feed him an optimal diet.

Ideally, taking him to a holistic veterinarian to also check his skin for mange mites, ringworm/yeast/fungus would be the best course of action at this time.

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

Please keep us posted by coming back to this page and clicking the ‘click here to add your own comments’ link below.

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.

Dec 15, 2012Fish Oil
by: Anonymous Hi,

My dog had a similar problem, and I started to give her 2 capsules of fish oil in her food every day. I puncture the capsules and squirt the oil onto her food.

Within a month, her skin was healed, hair began to grow back, and she stopped scratching and biting her skin. My dog weighs about 60 lbs. If yours is significantly smaller, you may be able to administer one capsule a day instead of two. I get the most inexpensive fish oil for humans at my grocery store.

Hope that helps you.

Dec 17, 2012My Online Vet Response for: Hair Loss, Rash and Skin Irritation on English Bulldog
by: Dr. Carol Jean Tillman Dear Anonymous,
Thank you for your tip regarding fish oils and the positive experience you had using it on your dog. Fish oil, Omega 3 fatty acids, are beneficial for reducing itching, dry skin, and some nutritional deficiencies. If this English Bulldog is diagnosed with a skin fold dermatitis, I am not sure if fish oil would help.

But thank you again for your suggestion.

Take care,
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

Related Pages:
– Dog Skin Conditions,
– Dog Itchy Skin,
– Dog Skin Rash,
– Dog Skin Allergies,
– Ask a Vet Online Library – Dog Skin Rashes, Marks, Spots, Lesions & Patches (including itchy skin and mange) Section,
– Ask a Vet Online Library – Dog Hair Loss Section

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

Jul 01, 2014rashies
by: Anonymous my english bull dog has a lot of rashies and spots all over her body i can not afford to take her to the vet right now i dont know what to do to help her get better i am trying my best but am unsure how to take care of my dog
Jul 02, 2014My Online Vet Response For: Hair Loss, Rash and Skin Irritation on English Bulldog
by: Dr. Carol Jean Tillman July 1, 2014

Dear Anonymous,

Thanks for your question. I’m happy to help, but we only accept new questions from subscribers (the original question above was from a subscriber).
I’ll then get back to you right away at the bottom of your newly created web page.
Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

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