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Has anyone else had a Frenchie skin rash start super mild and then turn into something bigger?
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Has anyone else had a Frenchie skin rash start super mild and then turn into something bigger?

I’ve been looking into this because I keep seeing the same pattern mentioned with French Bulldogs: a little redness or rash shows up first, usually on the belly, under the armpits, or in the folds, and at first it does not seem like much.

Then later it turns into more obvious itching, licking, smell, or crusty skin.

I’m wondering what other owners have noticed as the first sign in their dog.

For example:

  • belly redness
  • armpit rash
  • face fold irritation
  • paw licking
  • greasy or smelly skin
  • little red bumps
  • scratching before the rash looked bad

Did your Frenchie’s skin issue start as something small and easy to miss, or was it obvious right away?

u/jinnacameron — 4 days ago
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A little paw licking can be normal grooming, but when a French Bulldog starts licking the paws over and over, it often means something is irritating the skin. I wrote a full guide breaking down the common causes, what to look for, safe home care, and when to see a vet. If anyone wants the article, I can share it.

https://preview.redd.it/6t5gltcn5wzg1.jpg?width=1376&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1c640e837d74b629735ea6f74a7b77782e30069d

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u/jinnacameron — 6 days ago