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Acral Lick Dermatitis
Flea allergy dermatitis, Flea bite hypersensitivity
seborrhea oleosa, seborrhea sicca
Bacterial and Yeast Infections: The Great Pretenders
"What is more commonly seen is the small crust or scab that forms at the base of the hairs. The scab later sloughs off, taking a small group of hairs with it. The next stage is the healing phase and the typical lesion has a characteristic expanding ring-like appearance that is sometimes confused with "ringworm" (a fungal infection.). The lesion has a reddish outline, rimmed by a narrow band of scaly skin, and has darker colored skin in the center. On haired areas of skin, all you usually see of this stage is a small bald patch with a darker skin tone."
MALESSEZIA DERMATITIS
Bacterial Hypersensitivity to Staph Infections
Black Hair Follicular Dysplasia
"This condition is seen in dogs that possess a coat of two or three colors. This condition is inherited and can be seen in any dog, crossed or purebred with the above coloration. Bassett Hounds, Papillons, and Schipperkes, among others, have been noted. The result is hair loss in the pigmented black or dark-haired areas of the young puppy. The hair loss progresses until the colored spots become bald. There is no treatment for this inherited condition."
Allergies & Atopy
Allergic & Irritant Contact Dermatitis
Food Allergies
Ringworm Infection in Dogs and Cats
These are just some of the possible cause once scarpotic and demodic mange have been eliminated. Often times it is best to consult with a vet that specializes in dermatology to sort out the often interlinked causes of skin problems.
Acral Lick Dermatitis
Flea allergy dermatitis, Flea bite hypersensitivity
seborrhea oleosa, seborrhea sicca
Bacterial and Yeast Infections: The Great Pretenders
"What is more commonly seen is the small crust or scab that forms at the base of the hairs. The scab later sloughs off, taking a small group of hairs with it. The next stage is the healing phase and the typical lesion has a characteristic expanding ring-like appearance that is sometimes confused with "ringworm" (a fungal infection.). The lesion has a reddish outline, rimmed by a narrow band of scaly skin, and has darker colored skin in the center. On haired areas of skin, all you usually see of this stage is a small bald patch with a darker skin tone."
MALESSEZIA DERMATITIS
Bacterial Hypersensitivity to Staph Infections
Black Hair Follicular Dysplasia
"This condition is seen in dogs that possess a coat of two or three colors. This condition is inherited and can be seen in any dog, crossed or purebred with the above coloration. Bassett Hounds, Papillons, and Schipperkes, among others, have been noted. The result is hair loss in the pigmented black or dark-haired areas of the young puppy. The hair loss progresses until the colored spots become bald. There is no treatment for this inherited condition."
Allergies & Atopy
Allergic & Irritant Contact Dermatitis
Food Allergies
Ringworm Infection in Dogs and Cats
These are just some of the possible cause once scarpotic and demodic mange have been eliminated. Often times it is best to consult with a vet that specializes in dermatology to sort out the often interlinked causes of skin problems.
