Desitin is safe for dogs to use as long as it is not ingested. Desitin contains zinc oxide and petroleum jelly which can be used on external sores, cuts, or scrapes. For information see your veterinarian before using it for anything other than diaper rash. Desitin is safe to use on dogs as long as it’s not ingested or placed inside the dog, according to PetMD. It can be used for external sores, cuts, scrapes, and rashes. The zinc oxide in Desitin coats the surface of an injury with a protective film that helps it heal, while the petroleum jelly helps provide a moisture barrier over the affected area.

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Overuse of Desitin on sensitive skin can result in skin irritation and develops zinc poisoning in some dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, or even death depending on how much is consumed within 24 hours. For this reason, it is important not to let dogs ingest any of the products.

Additionally, if your dog is allergic to the ingredients in Desitin you should not use it or bathe your dog with baby shampoo if she has a reaction. The reaction you are seeing is probably due to the fragrance in both Desitin and baby shampoo.

PetMD recommends that users of the product only use one application per day, even for severe rashes. If your dog’s rash persists after using Desitin for two days, take her to see a veterinarian instead of continuing to apply it yourself.

Desitin is recommended for use on dogs, but not cats. It can be used to treat minor rashes and scrapes but should only be applied externally. Zinc oxide coats the skin with a protective layer that helps heal injuries while petroleum jelly forms a moisture barrier that protects your dog’s skin from being damaged by urine or feces.

Desitin can cause skin irritation in dogs who are allergic to the product’s ingredients but using too much of it on your dog’s skin can also result in an allergic reaction. If you think your dog is having a bad reaction to Desitin, bathe her with a baby shampoo that doesn’t contain any fragrances and call your vet to inquire about an allergy test.

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