The difference between fungal and mite skin diseases in dogs

1. Appearance

Fungal skin diseases: affected areas of fungal skin diseases They are generally oval or round, with clear boundaries with healthy skin. The surface is generally covered with loose and dry light gray scabs, which are easy to peel off. After peeling, the skin will be smooth. Over time, a large area of ​​ringworm will form, and the skin will not thicken.

Mite skin disease: The affected area has no regular shape, and the boundary with healthy skin is not very clear. The skin of the mite-affected areas thickens and forms wrinkles.

2. Symptoms

Fungal skin disease: Small abscesses are formed after secondary bacterial infection under the fungal skin scab. After the scab is removed, the damaged skin becomes honeycomb-like. There are many oozing holes and the fungal itching is not strong.

Mite skin disease: After the skin of the mites forms small nodules, they turn into blisters. After breaking, a yellow oily viscous substance will ooze out. After drying, they will form fish scale scabs. After the scabs are removed, the skin will be bright red and moist. Bleeding. The area affected by mites causes itching.

3. Preventive measures

Fungal skin diseases: Treatment is mainly with oral antifungal drugs or topical antifungal ointment, which can be cured. If it cannot be treated in time or the treatment method is incorrect, it will lead to the expansion of the infection area.

Mite skin disease: Appropriate supplementation of vitamin B can greatly improve skin resistance. Never give him food such as seafood and cheese, as these will trigger mites. Keep the nest clean and dry, and preferably disinfect it regularly. Get some sun and exercise.