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Yeast infections are one of the most common skin complaints in humans and the same is true for dogs. The way that the infections manifests on the skin is also very similar between humans and dogs. The skin may become inflamed and itchy, and you may also notice an unpleasant odor. Causes Of A Yeast InfectionGood and bad bacteria live in the digestive tract of dogs. The balance of these bacteria should be maintained so that one type does not...

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How do you know if your dog has ear mites? Symptoms of Dog Ear Mites Excessive scratching at ears Frequently shaking the headThick red-brown or black crusts in the outer earClumps in the ear canal that look like coffee groundsAbrasions and scratches on the back side of the earsHearing loss As stated above in the list of symptoms, scratching and shaking of your dog's head is one sign that he or she may have ear mites. The greatest danger of scratching...

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Allergies So how do you know if your dog has allergies or a yeast infection?  Dogs are just as susceptible to allergens as humans are, and sometimes can be even more sensitive them.  If it is allergies, it's a result of your dog's immune system no working properly, something has attacked it, without you knowing until a health is sue arises.  So first, you will need to find out what caused the allergic reaction - whether it be food, a...

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Thrush Thrush is an overgrowth of yeast on a dog or even a human.  Dog thrush can cause an infection in your dog's, mouth, bladder, on the skin or in the digestive tract.  Allergies can sometimes mask itself to being a yeast infection so a trip to the vet is probably a good idea.  There are two different kinds of yeast - Candida or Malassezia.  Candida happens in the mucous membranes, like inside the mouth or the digestive system, and...

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When your dog produces too much oil on their skin, a yeast skin infection can occur.  Yeast on a dog, whether it be on their skin, paws or ears, is often caused by either an allergy or too much grain, as in their food so it can start in their intestinal tract.  As in humans, dogs have a pH level that when it's off, can cause problems with your dog's health.  But rest assured, this is NOT contagious to humans,...

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Yeast infections in dogs can show up in various places on your dog's body.  The most common place is in their ears, but on occasion, it will appear in their mouth.  Your dog may drool excessively if they have one, but keep in mind, they could be drooling because of a possible bee sting or a bad tooth.  This is where your vet can come into play and determine for sure what the problem could be. Now your dog could...

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If you are a dog owner, it is necessary that you clean your dog’s ears. It is a way of keeping ear infection at bay. Secondly, cleaning them can prevent wax from building up. When there is an excessive wax discharge in your dog’s ears, it can be a serious problem, it can become a fertile ground for yeast and other bacteria to grow. The worst is that it can lead to an ear infection. What You Need to Clean...

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~Sources include the Merck Veterinary Manual and Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.~ If your dog suddenly starts whining and scratching at her ears, sometimes hard enough to make them red and raw, she may have a common canine health problem—an ear infection.There are three kinds of ear infections—otitis externa, media, and internal—affecting different parts of the canine ear. These are common conditions in dogs, especially those with floppy ears, such as Basset Hounds and Cocker...

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If your pooch is rubbing his ear or tilting his head, he may have an ear infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast. A bacterial infection is also possible and can cause the same symptoms. So it's important for your vet to establish what kind of infection your dog has. Fortunately, a yeast infection of the outer ear is easy to spot. In addition to rubbing, the signs include a waxy residue and scabbing around the opening of the ear. The...

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