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:

1. Bulldog

   • Prone to: Skin fold dermatitis, pyoderma, and allergies due to wrinkled skin.

2. Labrador Retriever

   • Prone to: Atopic dermatitis, food allergies, and flea allergy dermatitis.

3. Golden Retriever

   • Prone to: Hot spots, seborrhea, and atopic dermatitis due to sensitive skin.

4. German Shepherd

   • Prone to: Pyoderma, seborrhea, and flea allergy dermatitis.

5. Boxer

   • Prone to: Demodectic mange, mast cell tumours, and skin allergies.

6. Shar Pei

   • Prone to: Skin fold dermatitis, pyoderma, and demodectic mange.

7. Dachshund

   • Prone to: Acanthosis nigricans (thickened dark skin) and yeast infections.

8. West Highland White Terrier (Westie)

   • Prone to: Atopic dermatitis and Malassezia yeast infections.

9. Dalmatian

   • Prone to: Allergies, seborrhea, and chronic hot spots.

10. Cocker Spaniel

    • Prone to: Seborrhea, otitis externa (ear infections), and yeast infections.

11. Poodle

    • Prone to: Sebaceous adenitis (inflammation of sebaceous glands) and allergies.

12. Beagle

    • Prone to: Hot spots, allergies, and yeast infections.

13. Chow Chow

    • Prone to: Atopic dermatitis and seborrhea due to their dense double coat.

14. French Bulldog

    • Prone to: Skin fold dermatitis, pyoderma, and allergies.

15. American Pit Bull Terrier

    • Prone to: Demodectic mange, food allergies, and skin infections.

16. Shih Tzu

    • Prone to: Allergies, yeast infections, and seborrhea due to long hair and skin folds.

17. Basset Hound

    • Prone to: Seborrhea and yeast infections due to their long ears and folds.

18. Maltese

    • Prone to: Tear staining, yeast infections, and allergic dermatitis.

19. English Setter

    • Prone to: Atopic dermatitis and seasonal allergies.

20. 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.