Dog Skin Disease

Dog skin disease mainly refers to tinea corporis, also known as ringworm. Clinically, dog skin tinea is mainly caused by infection with Trichophyton canis, followed by Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Trichophyton verrucosum. The main clinical manifestations of this disease are hair loss and increased skin scales, with distinct demarcated patches on the infected skin. The typical pathological changes are round bald spots, with central recovery areas, although some lesions may be irregular.

Dog skin disease mainly refers to tinea corporis. The pathogens that cause this disease mainly include Trichophyton canis, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Trichophyton verrucosum. The causes of dog skin tinea infections are mainly direct or indirect contact with infected animals or contaminated hair. Trichophyton mentagrophytes mainly exists in soil, and the lesion sites are mainly concentrated in the feet, as this part of the body is in contact with soil for a longer period. The main clinical manifestations of dog tinea are skin hair loss, increased skin scales, and distinct demarcated bald spots on the infected skin. The central area is in a recovery state, but sometimes irregular lesions may occur. The severity of the disease is related to various factors, but mainly to the dog's age, immune function, and the type and pathogenic ability of the pathogen. If secondary staphylococcal infection occurs, pustular tinea is often formed, which is more common in the limbs and face of dogs.

If the symptoms of the dog are mild, such as only crusting and hair loss in a local area, it is recommended to use topical sprays containing ingredients such as terbinafine, applying 2-3 times a day. Before use, the hair in the affected area needs to be removed and the excess secretions and crusts cleaned off. If the infection is more severe, in addition to the above procedures, oral drugs containing ingredients such as itraconazole are needed. If necessary, medicated shampoos with anti-allergic and anti-fungal properties can be used. The use method of medicated shampoo is to first wash the dog's dirt with regular shampoo, then use the medicated bath shampoo, let it stay on the dog's skin for 5-10 minutes, and finally rinse thoroughly.