posted 03-21-2004 12:38 PM         

Thank you Maisey it does look like cradle cap and he is a yorkie but now his ears are almost bald they are not long they stand up so i dont know how they would be getting wet. He was going to get a bath today any way so i'm going to try that soap and see what happens.

and Karma i really hope it's not parasites cuz I have 2 other dogs and 2 cats I'm going to call the vet Monday morning hopefully they can tell me on the phone since i cant afford another vet bill right now

uggggh when it rains it pours geez

posted 03-21-2004 09:33 PM         

When the skin is healthy, it is smooth and supple while being free of flakes, irritation, parasites, sores, lumps or hair loss. Common signs of possible skin problems are intense itching, scabs or actual bleeding, swelling, redness and inflammation, foul smelling discharges, dandruff, patches or overall hair loss, discoloration and lumps.

Parasites are the most common source of skin problems and irritation. Due to the scratching and rubbing a dog will do to relieve the itch, many secondary problems may arise. Fleas and ticks are the easiest parasites to see and if not eradicate, at least control.

Mites on the other hand are microscopic parasites that a veterinarian will need a microscope to diagnosis. The two most common mites found on dogs are the causes of demodex mange and sarcoptic mange. Both of these cause intense itching, scratching, and hair loss. Demodex is often called red mange because it leaves the skin very red and inflamed. Sarcoptic mange is actually contagious to humans so great care should be taken when handling the dog.

Allergies are another common cause of skin problems. A dog, like a human, can be allergic to almost anything. Flea allergies are seen on a regular basis by veterinarians with the main symptom being a dog that has chew the area between the base of the tail and the area over the rump until it is rough, raw and bleeding. Many owners will say the dog’s back looks like “raw hamburger meat.”

Other common causes of allergies in dogs are pollen, dust, mold, grass, food, shampoos to even carpet cleaners and powder deodorizers. Owners wishing to know the exact causes of their dog’s allergies can have their veterinarian do allergy testing. Once the nature of the allergy is determined, the cause can possibly be removed from the dog’s every day life. If the allergy is from things that are uncontrollable such as pollen, grass and mold spores, the veterinarian can arrange to have an antigen made up specifically for the dog. This will be administered by injection and will usually show dramatic results.

Susan

posted 03-22-2004 08:24 AM         

Goob he is black and gold but to me he looks mostly blonde his ears are mostly gold and now he doesnt have that pretty long hair on his ears hope it grows back