Category Archives: Skin diseases of Dogs
Fleas out of control
Fleas are out in force this summer because of the warmth and humidity. People complain that flea treatments on their pets are not working, but if the fleas are jumping onto the pet as fast as the treatment is killing them, … Continue reading
Itchy bottom?
Dogs scoot their bottoms along the ground when they have anal gland problems, tapeworms or allergies. If you catch your dog rubbing along on the carpet, worm him with a good quality wormer such as Drontal or Milbemax that covers … Continue reading
Demodectic mange
Demodectic mange is caused by the demodex mite, Demodex canis, which lives in normal skin and is present in small numbers in all dogs. Humans have their own demodex mites (D. folliculorum, D. brevis) and the dog demodex mite never … Continue reading
Ear Infections
Dogs with ear infections flap their ears and scratch. Treatment is tailored to the cause of the irritation. Continue reading
Flea control
Residual flea treatments control fleas on dogs. Fumigation, regular vacuuming and weekly washing of bedding reduces the load of fleas in the environment. Continue reading
The flea life cycle
Flea control depends on knowing the flea’s life cycle. Continue reading
Flea allergy
What is flea allergy? Some dogs are allergic to fleas and react with non-stop scratching and biting. Normal dogs are only mildly irritated by fleas. The flea allergic dog is allergic to flea saliva. Just one flea bite causes intense … Continue reading
Sarcoptic mange or scabies
Dogs with sarcoptic mange are very itchy. They catch it from foxes and other affected dogs. Your vet can diagnose and eradicate Sarcoptic mange mites rapidly. Continue reading
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