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Seborrheic Dermatitis in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Seborrheic dermatitis in dogs is a scaling, inflammatory skin disorder from abnormal sebum production and keratinization.
Types:
- Primary (idiopathic): Hereditary; breeds like Cocker Spaniels, Westies, Basset Hounds.
- Secondary: Due to allergies, hypothyroidism, Cushing's, parasites, nutritional deficits.
Signs: Dandruff (dry or greasy), odor, redness, crusts, itching, hair loss, papules/pustules.
Treatment:
- Medicated shampoos (antiseborrheic: sulfur/salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, chlorhexidine).
- Topical/oral antibiotics/antifungals for secondary infection.
- Treat underlying cause (thyroid, allergy, etc.).
- Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation.
Veterinary diagnosis is essential for targeted therapy.
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