Most pet owners are surprised the first time they have a pet diagnosed with Canine Dermatitis. Many people don’t realize that allergies are just as common in pets as they are in humanand can cause dogs quite a bit of suffering. Pet owners are also often surprised to learn that dermatitis in dogs is often caused by allergens even though the symptoms show up on the skin.
WHAT IS CANINE DERMATITIS?
The basic definition of this common skin problem is a predisposition to develop allergic symptoms following exposure to substances that are usually harmless but have triggered an allergic response.
The most common symptoms of Canine Dermatitis include itching, excessive scratching, rubbing on the carpet, hair loss, greasy or flaky skin with a foul odour, excessive chewing on the paws and areas such as the groin and armpits. Over time, the skin that is scratched can develop hot spots – raw, inflamed areas – that may become infected. Unfortunately, once dogs develop pet atopy they usually suffer more and more each year because their skin becomes more sensitive over time. What may start out as canine atopic dermatitis only in the spring and fall can become a year-round problem as your dog ages and his skin becomes increasingly sensitive.
Dog Skin Problems:
The sound of a dog constantly scratching or licking can be as irritating as nails on a chalkboard. But don’t blame your pooch for these bad habits – a skin condition is probably the culprit. Possible causes range from parasites to allergies to underlying illness. Following are some of the most common canine skin problems.
Folliculitis: Superficial bacterial folliculitis is an infection that causes sores, bumps, and scabs on the skin. These skin abnormalities are easier to see in shorthaired dogs. In longhaired dogs, the most obvious symptoms may be a dull coat and shedding with scaly skin underneath. Folliculitis often occurs in conjunction with other skin problems, such as mange, allergies, or injury. Treatment may include oral antibiotics and antibacterial ointments or shampoos.
Impetigo: Another type of bacterial infection, impetigo is most common in puppies. It causes pus-filled blisters that may break and crust over.The blisters usually develop on the hairless portion of the abdomen. Impetigo is rarely serious and can be treated with a topical solution. In a small number of cases, the infection may spread or persist.
Seborrhea: Seborrhea causes a dog’s skin to become greasy and develop scales (dandruff). In some cases, it’s a genetic disease that begins when a dog is young and lasts a lifetime. But most dogs with seborrhea develop the scaling as a complication of another medical problem, such as allergies or hormonal abnormalities. In these cases, it is vital to treat the underlying cause so symptoms do not recur. The seborrhea itself typically can be treated with certain medicated shampoos.
Ringworm: Despite its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm, but by a fungus.The term “ring” comes from the circular patches that can form anywhere, but are often found on a dog’s head, paws, ears, and forelegs. Inflammation, scaly patches, and hair loss often surround the lesions. Puppies less than a year old are the most susceptible, and the infection can spread quickly between dogs in a kennel or to pet owners at home. Various anti-fungal treatments are available.
Shedding and Hair Loss (Alopecia): Anyone who shares their home with dogs knows that they shed. How much shedding is normal depends on breed, time of year, and environment. But sometimes stress, poor nutrition, or illness can cause a dog to lose more hair than usual. If abnormal or excessive shedding persists for more than a week, or you notice patches of missing fur, check with your veterinarian.
Mange (Mites): Mange is a skin disorder caused by tiny parasites called mites. Sarcoptic mange, also known as canine scabies, spreads easily among dogs and can also be transmitted to people, but the parasites don’t survive on humans.The symptoms are intense itching, red skin, sores, and hair loss. A dog’s ears, face and legs are most commonly affected. Demodectic mange can cause bald spots,scabbing, and sores, but it is not contagious between animals or people.Treatment depends on the type of mange.
Fleas: Fleas are the bane of any pet owner.You may not see the tiny insects themselves, but flea droppings or eggs are usually visible in a dog’s coat. Other symptoms include excessive licking or scratching, scabs, and hot spots. Severe flea infestations can cause blood loss and anemia, and even expose your dog to other parasites, such as tapeworms. Treatment may include a topical and/or oral flea killer and a thorough cleaning of the pet’s home and yard.
Dog Skin Problems: The sound of a dog constantly scratching or licking can be as irritating as nails on a chalkboard. But don’t blame your pooch for these bad habits – a skin condition is probably the culprit. Possible causes range from parasites to allergies to underlying illness. Following images are some of the most common canine skin problems.
Ticks: Ticks, like fleas, are external parasites that feed on the blood of their hosts. You can spot a tick feeding on dog with the naked eye. To properly remove a tick, and gently pull it straight out. Twisting or pulling too hard may cause the head to remain lodged in dog’s skin, which can lead to infection. Place the tick in a jar with some alcohol for a couple of days and dispose of it once it is dead. In addition to causing blood loss and anemia, ticks can transmit Lyme disease and other potentially serious bacterial infections.
Color or Texture Changes: Dog’s skin color or coat texture change can be a warning sign of several common metabolic or hormone problems. They can also result from an infection or other skin disorder. Usually a simple blood test can identify the underlying cause. Be sure to ask your veterinarian about any significant changes to dog’s coat.
Dry, Flaky Skin: Dry, flaky skin can be a red flag for a number of problems. It’s a common symptom of allergies, mange, and other skin diseases. But most often, dry or flaky skin is nothing serious. Make sure you are feeding Fido high quality food. Like people, some dogs simply get dry skin in the winter.
Acral Lick Granuloma: Also called acral lick dermatitis, this is a frustrating skin condition caused by compulsive, relentless licking of a single area — most often on the front of the lower leg. The area is unable to heal, and the resulting pain and itching can lead the dog to keep licking the same spot. Treatment includes discouraging the dog from licking, either by using a bad-tasting topical solution or an Elizabethan collar. Also ask dog’s vet whether a medication like a topical or corticosteroid might help.
Skin Tumours:If you notice a hard lump on dog’s skin, point out to your vet as soon as possible. Dogs can develop cancerous tumors in their skin. The only way to confirm a diagnosis of cancer is to biopsy the tumor. If the lump is small enough, veterinarian may recommend removing it entirely. This can yield a diagnosis and treatment a single procedure. For tumors that have not spread, this may be the only treatment needed.
Hot Spots: Hot spots, also called acute moist dermatitis, are small areas that appear red, irritated, and inflamed. They are most commonly found on a dog’s head, hips, or chest, and often feel hot to the touch. Hot spots can result from a wide range of conditions, including infections, allergies, insect bites, or excessive licking and chewing. Treatment consists of cleansing the hot spot and addressing the underlying condition.
Immune Disorders: In rare cases, skin lesions or infections that won’t heal can indicate an immune disorder in your dog. One of the best known is lupus, a disease that affects dogs and people. Lupus is an autoimmune disorder, meaning the body’s immune system attacks its own cells. Symptoms include skin abnormalities and kidney problems. It can be fatal if untreated.
Anal Sac Disease: As if dog poop weren’t smelly enough, dogs release a foul-smelling substance when they do their business. The substance comes from small anal sacs, which can become impacted if they don’t empty properly. The hallmark of impacted anal sacs is a dog scooting his bottom along the ground. Other symptoms include biting or licking the anal area. A vet can manually express full anal sacs, but in severe cases, the sacs may be surgically removed.
HOMOEOPATHIC CURE FOR DERMATITIS
- Treating of Dermatitis With Homoeopathic Veterinary Formulations can cure all sort of Skin infections also, Skin lesion associated with hair loss, skin red, dry, parched oozing sticky fluid or bloody discharge , specific/ generalized .(Manze Disease).
- DERMISULE, a Homoeopathic Veterinary Medicine and complete formulation by Goel Vet Pharma Pvt Ltd., is very useful in case of Dermatitis and Skin infections. It is very much useful when there is no complete cure in conventional medicines.
- A simple dose of 20 Drops Three time a day for 15-20 days or as long as per the severity of the case a doctor can prescribe the medicine to the pet of any age without any side effect. The medicine can be given to pet directly on the tongue of animal or in drinking water.
- In some case a cure is found in pets Skin lesions very fast and Hair falling is cured even new hair grown where the patches were created.
- DERMISULE is an excellent remedy to give Homoeopathic cure for Dermatitis and Skin lesions and associated problems.
Homoeopathic Veterinary Formulation of DERMISULE
DERMISULE for PET, A Unique formulation for infections in dogs. It is based on homoeopathic principle i.e. “SimilliaSimillibusCuranter” Likes to be treated by likes hence one could easily understand that following symptoms of different medicine when available in a case can be cured by these medicines. These Formulations developed by a renowned veterinarian of India after long consultation with homoeopath and trials of different medicine in field condition for years.
SULPHUR 200: Dry, scaly, unhealthy, every little injury suppurates. Freckles, itching, burning, scratching and washing. Pimply eruptions, pustules, hang-nails. Excoriation, especially in folds. Skin affections after local medication. Pruritus, especially from warmth, in evening, often recurs in spring time, in damp weather.
THUJA 30: Polypi, tubercles, warts epithelioma, naeva, carbuncles, ulcers, especially in ano-genital region. Freckles and blotches. Dry skin, with brown spots. Zona, herpetic eruptions.Tearing pains in glands. Nails crippled, brittle and soft. Eruptions only on covered parts, worse after scratching. Very sensitive to touch. Coldness of one side. Sarcoma, polypi. Brown spots on hands and arms.
GRAPHITES 200: Rough, hard, persistent dryness of portions of skin unaffected by eczema. Early stage of keloid and fibroma. Pimples and acne. Eruptions, oozing out a sticky exudation. Rawness in bends of limbs, groins, neck, behind ears. Unhealthy skin, every little injury suppurates. Ulcers discharging a glutinous fluid, thin and sticky.
PSORINUM 200: Dirty, dingy look. Dry, lusterless, rough hair. Intolerable itching. Herpetic eruptions, especially on scalp and bends of joints with itching, worse, from warmth of bed. Enlarged glands. Sebaceous glands secrete excessively, oily skin. Eczema behind ears. Crusty eruptions all over. urticaria after every exertion. Pustules near finger-nails
FERRUM PHOSPHORICUM 30: Pale, flushed skin. Bleeds easily. Bruises easily. Acne. Measles with conjunctivitis and photophobia. Capillary congestion with burning of skin.
Packing:30 ml.
Dosage:20 Drops three times in a day or as directed by the doctor.
Contraindication: No known contraindication.
