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Parasitic Worms of the Skin in Dogs

Parasitic Worms of the Skin in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
A parasite is any living thing that lives in, on, or with another living thing (known as a host) and that depends on the host for its food and shelter. While the parasite benefits from this relationship, the host does not and can be harmed in the process. Some parasites depend on a host for their entire life while other parasites depend on a host only during a part of their life. Many worms are parasites that infect dogs, cats, horses, and other animals. Some of thes
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Nasal Dermatoses in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Nasal dermatoses are diseases of the skin on or near the nose. The nose itself is often referred to as the nasal planum. Some of these conditions are sometimes known as Collie nose or nasal solar dermatitis, depending on the cause. Many diseases may cause these conditions in dogs. These may affect the bridge of the nose (the muzzle), the nose itself, or both. In cases of pyoderma (
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Mite Infestation (Mange, Acariasis, Scabies) in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Mange is caused by microscopic mites that invade the skin of otherwise healthy animals. The mites cause irritation of the skin, resulting in itching, hair loss, and inflammation. Most types of mange are highly contagious. Both dogs and cats are very susceptible. Horses and other domestic animals can also be infected. There are several types of mange that affect dogs, including canine scabies (sarcoptic mange), ear mites (otodectic mange), walking dandruff (cheyletiel
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Lice of Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Lice are small, flightless insects that live in the hair or feathers of animals and people. There are 2 basic types of lice. Biting or chewing lice (order Mallophaga) infest both birds and mammals. They feed mostly on skin debris and the secretions of their hosts. Blood-sucking lice (order Anoplura) are skin parasites of mammals only. Typically, lice are species specific; that is, they do not readily transfer from one animal species to another.
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Itching (Pruritus) in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Pruritus is defined as an unpleasant sensation within the skin that provokes the desire to scratch. Itching is a sign, not a diagnosis or specific disease. The most common causes of itching are parasites, infections, and allergies. There are many skin diseases that do not initially cause itching. Itching may develop because of secondary bacterial or yeast infections. It is possible that by the time itching develops the initial cause is long gone.
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Hyperpigmentation (Acanthosis Nigricans) in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Hyperpigmentation is a darkening and thickening of the skin seen in dogs. It is not a specific disease but a reaction of a dog’s body to certain conditions. Hyperpigmentation appears as light-brown-to-black, velvety, rough areas of thickened, often hairless skin. The usual sites are in the legs and groin area. It can be primary or secondary. Primary diseases that cause hyperpigmentation can occur in any breed but especially Dachshunds. Signs are
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Hygromas in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
A hygroma is a fluid-filled sac that develops over bony prominences and pressure points, especially in large breeds of dogs. Repeated trauma from lying on hard surfaces leads to inflammation. This results in a dense-walled, fluid-filled cavity. A soft, flexible, fluid-filled, painless swelling develops over pressure points, especially the elbow. If long lasting, severe inflammation may develop, with ulcers, infection, abscesses, granulomas (masses of inf
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Hives and Rashes (Urticaria) in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Hives or skin rashes (urticaria) are localized patches of red, swollen, usually itchy, skin. They often develop and disappear suddenly. Hives are relatively uncommon in dogs. The most frequent causes are insect bites or stings, shampoos, and medications. Other causes include contact with toxic plants or chemicals. Friction, sunlight, heat, exercise, stress, and genetic abnormalities may cause or intensify the rash. Hives may develop after inhaling or consuming allerg
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Hair Loss (Alopecia) in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Alopecia is the partial or complete lack of hairs in areas where they are normally present. Hair loss is a sign and its underlying cause must be determined for the condition to be successfully treated. If a dog has hair loss and is also scratching the area excessively, the itching should be investigated first. There are many causes of hair loss, which can be congenital (the animal is born with the condition)
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Flies and Mosquitoes of Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Flies are winged insects that are usually just an annoyance, but they can transmit disease and cause problems in animals. They belong to a large, complex order of insects called Diptera. Flies vary greatly in size, food preference, development, and habits. As adults, flies may feed on blood, saliva, tears, or mucus. They also spread bacteria, viruses, and parasites. The order Diptera includes not only the common house fly and many other insects we commonly call flies
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