How to Treat Yeast Infections in Dogs: Simple Steps for Pet Owners
Key takeaways Persistent itching, paw licking, and ear scratching can be signs of a yeast infection, a condition that affects many dogs, especially in areas like the ears, paws, and skin folds. Some breeds may be more likely to experience these infections due to their skin and coat features. Treatment starts with spotting signs early […]
What Is Yeast Dermatitis in Dogs?
Yeast isn’t just an ingredient that makes bread fluffy and delicious. This opportunistic microorganism can also make your dog itchy, smelly, and miserable. And no, you can’t bake bread with the yeast that takes over your dog’s skin. But you can get this fungi under control and get their skin and coat health back in […]
How Do Cats Get Ringworm?
A common plight of rescued kittens, ringworm is a highly contagious condition that spreads quickly in shelters and multi-cat homes. Yet, even indoor-only cats from single-cat homes are occasionally affected. While ringworm is usually not serious or life-threatening, it can take weeks of aggressive treatment to rid your cat of the ring-shaped rash. Learn how […]
How to Treat 5 Common Fungal Diseases in Dogs
Fungal diseases in dogs occur sporadically throughout the United States. Fungi are widely spread throughout the environment, and many types of fungi are spread via airborne spores, which can potentially gain entrance to the body through the respiratory tract or skin. Fungi may either involve the skin or mucous membranes, or in some cases become […]
How to Treat Fungal Infections in Cats
Three common fungal infections for cats are: Malassezia or yeast overgrowth Ringworm infection Sporotrichosis Yeast infections (Malassezia) A common skin yeast known as Malassezia is found in small quantities on the skin of nearly all cats in North America, and usually causes no problems. In cats with underlying conditions such as allergies, infection, hereditary skin […]
What Are The Signs Of Ringworms In Cats?
If your pet seems to be itching and scratching more than usual, ringworm could be the culprit. Ringworm is not a parasite, but a fungus that thrives on keratin, a protein that forms hair, skin, and nails. Symptoms of ringworm in pets can range from mild to severe, or may not be apparent at all. […]