THOSE
UNSIGHTLY AND PAINFUL HOT SPOTS IN DOGS
Hot spots or "acute
moist dermatitis" is a bacterial infection appearing on your dog characterized
by hair loss and an oozing, red and inflamed sore. The bacterial infection
begins with a skin irritation to the dog which causes extremely uncomfortable
itching. To alleviate the itching, the dog begins scratching, licking and
chewing the area incessantly to gain relief. These bacterial infections not only
appear very quickly but once the dog has begun the vicious cycle of scratching,
licking and chewing, the infection becomes worsened very rapidly.
The most prevalent
irritants to the dog's skin are fleas and allergies but there are many other
causes such as ear infections, poor grooming, mange, or other insect bites.
Boredom and stress have also been linked to hot spots.
Hot spots are most
commonly found on the legs, feet, flank and rump where the dog can most easily
access to scratch and lick, but they are also found on the ears, neck and chest.
Long- haired dogs most commonly are afflicted with hot spots because bacteria
become trapped under the long hair, creating a perfect environment for the
bacteria to thrive. Dogs with floppy ears also commonly get hot spots because
air does not circulate readily, fostering hot spots on cheeks and under
ears.
- Area of hair loss
with very reddened and infected skin
- Abundance of
scratching, licking and chewing to the affected area
- Sore that omits an
odor
- First step in the
healing process is to keep the hot spot dry by cutting excess hair from around
the infected area and allowing air to flow freely.
- Discover the
possible irritants such as fleas or allergies.
- If you suspect
allergies, work with your vet to discover solutions.
- Keep flees off
your dog.
- Regularly bathe
your dog to keep the hair coat in good condition.
- Keep your dog well
groomed.
- Feed your dog a
healthy, balanced diet.
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EAR MITES
COMMON TO DOGS AND CATS
Ear mites are
common to both dogs and cats but are more commonly diagnosed in cats. So, what
is an ear mite? Ear mites (Otodectes cynotis) are tiny crab-like parasites which
live on the surface of the skin lining in the ear canal of dogs and cats. More
commonly, younger animals are susceptible to ear mites but it is not uncommon
for older animals to also be affected. The adult ear mites feed off the wax in
the animals ears which causes chronic itchiness and creates a black crusty
substance in the ear. With ear mite infections, often there are secondary
infections with bacteria or yeast. Ear mite infestation should be treated
quickly because left unattended there is risk of bacterial infection and
possible hearing loss.
- Excessive and
continuous scratching around ears
- Increased ear
wax
- Head
shaking
- Black crusty
material in ears
- Foul smelling odor
coming from ears
- Regularly observe
your pet and check your pet's ears for above symptoms
- Have your animal
examined by your vet if your suspect ear mite infestation
- If medication is
prescribed, give your pet the entire course of the prescription
- Treat other
animals in your household because ear mites are highly contagious.
- Treat the pet's
environment for mites because ear mites have been found to survive off the
pet
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