As loving pet parents, we’re always looking for ways to keep our dogs happy and healthy. Dogs, like humans, can develop uncomfortably dry skin. The question is, what can we safely apply to our dogs? Aquaphor is a safe solution for dogs with dry skin because of its mild, non-toxic formulation. This gentle, petroleum-based ointment …
Dog Allergies
Food allergies, environmental allergies, flea allergies, and all other allergies that afflict our dogs are represented in this category.
Interdigital cysts in dogs form an unsightly lump that may look inflamed or infected. They’re usually easy to spot and tend to only occur on the front paws between a dog’s toes. Unfortunately, interdigital cysts can be painful for your dog. They can also be difficult to get rid of and may keep coming back …
Hydrocortisone cream is safe to use on dogs in some situations, in small amounts, and ideally in places where your dog isn’t able to easily lick it off. You’ve likely seen a tube of hydrocortisone cream in the pharmacy or in your own medicine chest. It looks harmless enough. It’s relatively inexpensive, easy to apply, …
Do you suspect your dog may have a flea rash on his belly? You might be right, but you should check with the veterinarian for a diagnosis. Your dog can have any one of several skin conditions. They can be caused by anything from medical conditions to food allergies. Skin problems are hard to diagnose …
Did your dog get a hold of an apple and swallow it? You may not have even noticed at first, but now you suspect he may have eaten the whole thing…apple core and all! Before you panic, there’s good news. You’ve probably been told that whole apples (including the seeds) cause cyanide poisoning in dogs, …
Shih-Tzu dogs are just one of many breeds prone to allergies. Unfortunately, allergies can really diminish quality of life over time. Excessive itching in one spot can cause the skin to crack and break open leaving the dog vulnerable to secondary bacterial infections. Dogs with food allergies can feel it in their skin and through …
Pemphigus or DLE (discoid lupus erythematosus) is an autoimmune skin disorder in which a dog’s skin acts as an intruder (antigen) causing the immune system to attack healthy tissue. The result leads to painful blisters, ulcerated skin, erosions, crusting and more. Thankfully, this condition is relatively uncommon. However, certain breeds (listed below) may be more …
Medically reviewed by Dr. Sara Ochoa, DVM Is there anything worse than watching your furry friend dig and scratch at his skin until it’s raw? I have a friend who tried everything to find relief for his dog. Prednisone was prescribed for a short period of time, but there were some downsides to the treatment. …
Approved by Paula Simons, DVM Seborrhea in dogs is a skin disorder where there is a defect in keratin. If you’re like me, you start wondering and worrying over every lump, bump, and strange itch that your dog develops. Most of the time, it’s nothing serious. As you’ll learn in this post, seborrheic dermatitis will …
Apoquel for dogs was originally created as a short-term solution to treat dermatitis. Common side effects in dogs can include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and anorexia. Not all dogs will have these side-effects, and those who do will likely be limited to gastrointestinal issues. One benefit of administering apoquel for dogs is for relief of intense …