Category: Itching
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Fungal infection in the skin and ears
Dogs can get fungal infections of the skin and is an overgrowth of normally occurring yeast organisms. There are typically 2 fungal organisms found on the skin: Candida and Malassezia. A characteristic of a fungal infection is a yeasty body odour that will occur in addition to itching and discomfort.
- Allergy
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- Parasites
Itchy skin and skin problems in dogs
Dogs suffering from itchy skin and dermatological problems are unfortunately fairly common, and there can be many different causes. To find a solution and a treatment – your vet will get an overview of your dog’s general health, and perform all necessary tests. It can be a bit of a puzzle to get to the bottom of the problem. The aim is to give the correct diagnosis and based on that – the best and most appropriate treatment.
- Allergy
- Itching
Environmental allergy in dogs
Itchy skin can be a temporary ailment or something that our dog struggles with for long periods. Itchy skin can be caused by among other things environmental allergens like pollen and cleaning products. Below you will find some solutions and home treatments for itchy skin from environmental allergens.
- Itching
- Parasites
Ringworm in dogs
Ringworm (dermatophytosis) is an extremely contagious fungal infection of the skin. There are about 40 different ringworm species, and they prefer their own, specific host. Ringworm can spread between humans and dogs. Ringworm feed on keratin, a fibrous scleroprotein you will find in hair, nails, claws, and horns.
- Allergy
- Itching
Food allergy and intolerance
Food allergies and intolerances can cause your dog to have itchy skin. It is tricky to find the food that triggers your dog’s itchy skin and this can be frustrating. To understand the problem and find the right treatment, it is important to distinguish between food allergies and food intolerance/-sensitivity. Although in practice it often produces very similar symptoms. These symptoms are usually not seasonal, such as with pollen allergy.
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- Puppy
How to treat a puppy with a rash
Rashes are relatively common, for both puppies and adult dogs. In addition to itching, symptoms of a rash may include red spots, dandruff and hair loss. Rashes and itchy skin can be a symptom of a variety of things, and rashes that do not improve must be checked by a veterinarian. The cause of rashes is similar in puppies and adult dogs.
- Itching
- Parasites
Itchy skin from external parasites
Dogs can suffer from itchy skin due to a number of different factors. External parasites are a very common cause, and it is relatively easy to detect as you can often see them, or the traces of them. Below you will find an overview of various external parasites that can affect your dog:
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Home remedies for dogs with itchy ears
Dogs with itchy ears or irritation in the ear canal may be a sign that they have an infection, an underlying medical condition or allergies. Ear problems can be caused by food intolerance, allergies, ear mites, foreign bodies or bacterial infections. Some causes of itchy ears can be prevented and treated with home remedies, and we share these methods in this article. If your dog’s itchy ears are a chronic condition, you should contact your veterinarian to find out the cause.