Common Canine Skin Conditions, Issues + Diseases

Also known as acute moist dermatitis, these angry and aggravatingly itchy red patches are no fun for any dog - or owner.

Why do dogs lick their paws so much? We've found a wide array of reasons and irritations that make them treat their feet like lollipops.

Often referred to interchangeably, dermatitis takes on different forms with different causes. Here is an overview of 10 common types.

Pyoderma, aka bacterial skin infection, ranges from acne-like pimples to serious deep-tissue infections and can affect all dogs at all ages.

What is mange, and what causes it? How is it treated? Can I get mange from my dog? We've got many mange questions covered.

Did you know the primary cause of nearly all yeast dermatitis and ear and paw yeast infections in dogs is a single fungus called Malassezia?

Learn how burns are different than other wounds, as well as how you can treat minor burns on your dog at home with Lavengel®.

Is it bad when a dog's feet smell like a bag of corn chips? Should you be concerned? Let's get out the salsa and guacamole and find out.

If your dog is constantly scratching their ears or shaking their head, there may be a sound reason, or possibly an ear infection.

Seborrhea is a disorder that affects keratin and skin cell replenishment. It can resemble scaly, chunky dandruff that's oily and smelly.

Despite its name, ringworm is not a worm or a parasite. It is a fungus that attacks hair follicles and is highly contagious to dogs and humans alike.

Warts, or papillomas, are ugly benign tumors that can appear almost anywhere on the body - including inside your dog's mouth!