Dog skin lesions caused by pyoderma (bacterial infections) are the second most common skin condition in dogs behind parasitic disorders. Staphyloccoccusintermdius is the bacteria that triggers most any dog sores.
Unlike people, are highly susceptible to skin pathogens. Researchers are not sure why this occurs. Researchers think the cause is due to variations in dog skin composition in comparison to animals or humans. This includes openings at the hair follicles which makes it easier for bacteria to penetrate the Dermis. Dog skin is also relatively thin when compared to other species.
Dog pyoderma is identified through testing and a broad range of clinical symptoms. The lesions may affect the surface of the skin (superficial pyoderma) or into other layers,
Skin pathogens are commonly the result of other problems that are the real reason for the condition. Because of this, if only the infection is treated they will frequently happen again since the primary condition was not eliminated. Common triggers include food allergy,, parasitic skin conditions such as flea allergy dermatitis, endocrine illnesses like Cushings disease, hair follicle abnormalities and fungal or yeast diseases.
Mis-diagnosis also plays a role, with a lot of vets not differentiating the disease from other possible causes. Symptoms of demodicosis include pus filled pimples or lesions on the head. The disease also varies symptomatically depending on the dog being examined. Some long hair breeds often do not experience the baldness seen in dogs with short hair. Last, congenital, sun or solar induced skin illnesses in susceptible breeds are sometimes not correctly diagnosed.
Treatment depends on the specific diagnosis. Antibiotics will be prescribed based on lab test results. Dosage and other details are based on the size and condition of the patient, Under dosing is common in bigger dogs with over dosing in smaller dogs. Successful treatment is also dependent on owner compliance. In human medicine, 40% of patients do not comply with physician instructions.
Canine lesion treatment is challenging when infection enters additional skin layers. This could cause other complications such as follicular rupture (rupture at the base of the follicles). Skin allergy or endocrine disorders complicates treatment (e.g.; hypothyroidism) since these disorders necessitate treatment before being able to treat any skin sores.
Unlike people, are highly susceptible to skin pathogens. Researchers are not sure why this occurs. Researchers think the cause is due to variations in dog skin composition in comparison to animals or humans. This includes openings at the hair follicles which makes it easier for bacteria to penetrate the Dermis. Dog skin is also relatively thin when compared to other species.
Dog pyoderma is identified through testing and a broad range of clinical symptoms. The lesions may affect the surface of the skin (superficial pyoderma) or into other layers,
Skin pathogens are commonly the result of other problems that are the real reason for the condition. Because of this, if only the infection is treated they will frequently happen again since the primary condition was not eliminated. Common triggers include food allergy,, parasitic skin conditions such as flea allergy dermatitis, endocrine illnesses like Cushings disease, hair follicle abnormalities and fungal or yeast diseases.
Mis-diagnosis also plays a role, with a lot of vets not differentiating the disease from other possible causes. Symptoms of demodicosis include pus filled pimples or lesions on the head. The disease also varies symptomatically depending on the dog being examined. Some long hair breeds often do not experience the baldness seen in dogs with short hair. Last, congenital, sun or solar induced skin illnesses in susceptible breeds are sometimes not correctly diagnosed.
Treatment depends on the specific diagnosis. Antibiotics will be prescribed based on lab test results. Dosage and other details are based on the size and condition of the patient, Under dosing is common in bigger dogs with over dosing in smaller dogs. Successful treatment is also dependent on owner compliance. In human medicine, 40% of patients do not comply with physician instructions.
Canine lesion treatment is challenging when infection enters additional skin layers. This could cause other complications such as follicular rupture (rupture at the base of the follicles). Skin allergy or endocrine disorders complicates treatment (e.g.; hypothyroidism) since these disorders necessitate treatment before being able to treat any skin sores.
About the Author:
Ms. Doggins is the editor of many articles on puppy and dog care. She is a popular speaker on canine skin diseaseWhen not research dog care issues, Cathy can be found caring for her many pets and small animals. She is a frequent speaker on small animal related topics and can be seen volunteering almost daily at a nearby dog rescue.
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