Breeds of dogs with specific skin conditions
Breeds of dogs with specific skin conditions
Here is a list of dog breeds prone to skin problems, along with the common skin conditions they may face:
Bulldog
Prone to: Skin fold dermatitis, pyoderma, and allergies due to wrinkled skin.
Labrador Retriever
Prone to: Atopic dermatitis, food allergies, and flea allergy dermatitis.
Golden Retriever
Prone to: Hot spots, seborrhea, and atopic dermatitis due to sensitive skin.
German Shepherd
Prone to: Pyoderma, seborrhea, and flea allergy dermatitis.
Boxer
Prone to: Demodectic mange, mast cell tumours, and skin allergies.
Shar Pei
Prone to: Skin fold dermatitis, pyoderma, and demodectic mange.
Dachshund
Prone to: Acanthosis nigricans (thickened dark skin) and yeast infections.
West Highland White Terrier (Westie)
Prone to: Atopic dermatitis and Malassezia yeast infections.
Dalmatian
Prone to: Allergies, seborrhea, and chronic hot spots.
Cocker Spaniel
Prone to: Seborrhea, otitis externa (ear infections), and yeast infections.
Poodle
Prone to: Sebaceous adenitis (inflammation of sebaceous glands) and allergies.
Beagle
Prone to: Hot spots, allergies, and yeast infections.
Chow Chow
Prone to: Atopic dermatitis and seborrhea due to their dense double coat.
French Bulldog
Prone to: Skin fold dermatitis, pyoderma, and allergies.
American Pit Bull Terrier
Prone to: Demodectic mange, food allergies, and skin infections.
Shih Tzu
Prone to: Allergies, yeast infections, and seborrhea due to long hair and skin folds.
Basset Hound
Prone to: Seborrhea and yeast infections due to their long ears and folds.
Maltese
Prone to: Tear staining, yeast infections, and allergic dermatitis.
English Setter
Prone to: Atopic dermatitis and seasonal allergies.
Boston Terrier
Prone to: Skin fold dermatitis and allergic skin reactions.
These breeds often require frequent grooming, dietary management, and regular vet check-ups to prevent or manage skin issues effectively.
