Skin Problems Affecting dog

may be bacterial, fungal or allergic skin disorders. Bacterial infection of the skin.  Also called polder, a bacterial infection of the skin are classified into three  surface superficial and deep polder.  Superficial polder is characterized by itching and redness of the skin with round crusts raised. When yellow pustules rupture papules and larger crusts, then it is classified as superficial polder. Polder deep across causes abscesses and discharge channels of the surface of inflamed skin.  Odor is also present in this type of skin problem.  All parts of a dog's body may be affected, but the trunk, chin, ears, toes and calluses on the elbows frequently affected areas.  Obese dogs and dog breeds pug nose are more likely to develop this skin problem.  Visit your veterinarian to determine the type of polder that each type has a different treatment. Treat as soon as possible to prevent the disease from progressing and most importantly, follow the advice of your veterinarian to get good results while avoiding the recurrence of the disease. Skin infection by fungi. Yeast infections in dogs are caused by fungi called Microform and Triphosphate.  These fungi cause diseases commonly called ringworm.  The most common symptom of ringworm is a small round lesion often with small pustules and scaly skin in the center.  Commonly affected areas are the head, legs, feet and tail.  The treatment varies depending on the extent of the disease.  Most small lesions usually heal on their own within four months.  Some cases require antifungal medication twice daily.  The use of antifungal shampoos and dips also help alleviate the problem. A bacterial infection of the skin can be very uncomfortable for the dog.  Many owners think that the itching is just the result of allergies, but bacterial skin infections are also very common.  However, it is important to realize that many superficial skin infections, or hot spots, are often caused by an underlying problem with the skin of your dog.  These may include, but are not limited to, allergies, insect bites, fleas, and the excess moisture can not escape from the surface of the skin. Hot spots, often called acute moist dermatitis and veterinary literature, starting when the dog begins to scratch too much or chewing itself and causes damage to the surface of the skin. This allows excess bacteria that enter and take possession of the natural defenses of the skin. Once bacteria defines a hot spot may increase rapidly and spread to other parts of the body such that the detection and early treatment are important. Treatment of acute moist dermatitis involves cutting and shaving the skin of your dog down to the skin to allow excess moisture to escape and air to enter.  The affected area should be cleaned with antibacterial soap approved for dogs.  Hotspots shaving can be very uncomfortable and painful if your veterinarian may recommend a sedative to make your dog less stressful process for everyone.  Your dog may also be placed on antibiotics to treat the infection and steroids to help reduce swelling, pain and itching associated with the hot spot.  A steroid injection may also be given to provide immediate relief.  It is also a good idea to put an e-collar on your dog to avoid causing further damage or irritation in the affected areas.