Sunday, October 30, 2011

Identifying Dog Skin Problems

By Jennifer Gretson


Think back to the time you got up in the morning, went over to your bathroom mirror and notice an infamous red dot right smack dab on your nose. Feel uncomfortable? And how could you not? However, while you might wake to unveil skin problems and not be surprised, would you be surprised to learn that dog skin problems exist in the very same way?

Now, there are plenty of reasons surrounding the topic of dog skin problems, and it does not have to do with some kooky theory about fried food after five in the evening or about having an excess amount of chocolate.

In fact, just to clarify, dogs and chocolate can cause more damage than dog skin problems, so be warned.

Moving on though to our original point of topic. Dog skin problems present themselves in a number of ways and likewise can be traced to a number of different sources. It isn't so important whether the reaction deals with hives, a set of rashes, or even some less likely inflammation. The point is that they are still experiencing an allergic reaction and you need to know the correct source of the reaction in order to do the right thing about it.

However, as likely as the problem is to be fleas, which dogs are quite susceptible to, and come in continual contact with when outdoors, one can never be sure. In fact, a good number of people tend to treat every skin problem they find as if it is fleas, sometimes adding to the problem, or, at the very least, prolonging its improvement.

In truth, dogs have a busy life that is intent on rubbing their nose into just about anything, everywhere, and everyone. Because of this life of direct contact, one can conclude that they have a better chance of catching a skin allergy than anyone around.

As the owner of a dog, you need to be anticipating where it is your dog is going to be for the day. You need to understand what they could potentially be breathing in, sniffing, or exposed to in any possible way. This way if dog skin problems do erupt, you will have a head start on curing them in the correct and timely fashion. Because, truly, the list of factors that could cause the reaction seem endless sometimes.

Of course, while the way your dear old dog tracks down its dog skin problems may seem too abundant to read through, ease on into it. As long as you are investigating potential symptoms, you should have no problem treating the issue and improving his or her well-being. Not to mention, we are willing to bet that if the paws were on the other feet, they would be doing the very same for you.




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