Dog skin issues

As veterinarians, we often come across dogs with itchy skin or hair loss. These two symptoms combined can be caused by external factors such as parasites like fleas or mites, or internal conditions like skin infections […]

One common problem we often encounter as veterinarians is the presence of scabs (serous crusts) on a dog’s skin. Scabs on dogs can be the sign of an underlying health problem, such as an infection […]

Hair loss and bald patches are a common issue in dogs, and a frequent symptom of several medical conditions. Browse by symptoms: Hair loss WITH itchiness or Hair loss WITHOUT itchiness Localized bald patch Hair […]

Browse by symptoms Dogs can get itchy for a variety of reasons: allergies, such as food or environmental allergies, can lead to severe itching, redness, and skin inflammation. Parasitic infections like fleas, mites, or ticks […]

Flaky skin in dogs, also known as dry skin or dermatitis, is a common issue characterized by the shedding of dry, scaly flakes from a dog’s skin. Browse by symptoms: Flaky skin with hair loss […]

Recently, a client asked me to examine their dog’s red, circular skin spots. After taking samples, I diagnosed the lesions as gnat bites and recommended an itch-relief shampoo to soothe the dog’s skin during bathing. […]

Skin conditions are notoriously the most common reason a dog will come to see a vet. For most of the patients I see for these issues, their skin will be both red and itchy. Frustratingly, […]

If you spot one or more pustules on your pooch, you’re sure to wonder what is going on and what you can do to help. Having your dog seen at the vet is important, to […]