08-25-2010, 05:21 AM
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Yeast Infection in dogs is of two kinds – Primary and secondary.
- Primary infection – Happens when the yeast, that cause the infection, attack the body of the dog and the immune system of the dog is not strong enough to counter them. The yeast infection is caused by contaminated items or other dogs.
- Secondary infection – Results from penetration of yeast into skin that is damaged by scratching or injuries. Thus, constantly scratching dogs are prone to yeast infections!
- Skin rashes can be the result of external or internal parasites. So, keep your dog parasite free to prevent yeast infection.
- Frequently bathing the dog dries out the natural oils in the dog skin and stimulates steady scratching, this creates yeast infection.
- Poor nutrition, vitamin and mineral deficiency leads to skin rashes and resulting yeast infection.
Symptoms To Watch Out For
- Dogs suffering from yeast infection will scratch these parts of their bodies excessively – the neck, ears, belly and feet. These areas are the ones most affected by yeast infection.
- Excessive drooling is another symptom that is telltale.
- All the scratching will cause scaling and lesions, which will be red and blotchy and will emit an offensive odour .
- Internal symptoms include gastrointestinal problems, bloating and inflammation of the bladder
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