SKIN CONDITIONS

There is a veritable myriad of skin conditions, ranging from flea allergies,mange,ringworm,eczema and so on.

They can manifest themselves in a variety of ways: dry skin, flaky skin,redness,itching,greasy hair,pimples,scabs, hairloss,foul smelling skin,indeed canine skin problems are now one of the biggest reasons why dogs visit the vet.

All skin conditions need prompt attention,so don,t leave it in the hope that it will clear itself up-it won’t !


It is important to know that two of these skin conditions are transmittable to humans.

MANGE

Demodectic mange is caused by a microscopic mite that lives in the hair follicles. This cannot be passed onto humans,but sacroptic mange ,which is caused by a mite which burrows into the skin is contagious to humans.

RINGWORM

Ringworm is caused by a fungus, not a worm. It starts on the skin starting at a center point and growing outwards in a ring shape.

As it grows,the hair and skin become thickened and irritated and the hair sometimes breaks. Ringworm is contagious to humans.

Children are very susceptible to Ringworm. it can be treated with an anti fungal cream or by taking anti fungal tablets