It could be one of the several things - insect allergy, parasites, fungal infection - but only an examination by a vet will give you a proper explanation.
Vets bills are expensive but it is really important you get your pet the treatment that it needs. Leaving patches like this untreated can lead to hair loss but more distressingly, infection.
This will first make the dog's life unpleasant because it will cause constant discomfort leading to loss of sleep. The dog will scratch and bite at the wounds and make the situation worse. Eventually the only solution will be surgery to remove the damaged tissue. This will be much more expensive than an early consultation and course of treatment so see the vet as soon as possible.
Parasites are among the most common cause for dry, itchy, flaky skin in dogs. Fleas are the most common. They live deep in the fur and are virtually invisible. A quick and inexpensive skin scraping procedure by the vet will find them though. A course of medication will remove the problem.
Allergies are also common in dogs. Contact dermatitis is skin irritation that can occur if a pet comes in to contact with household chemicals and cleaners or event laundry detergent, shampoo or perfume. Food allergies are among the most difficult conditions to diagnose but skin irritation can occur as part of a range of symptoms associated with the intolerance of a food item.
Fungal infections are another cause for dry, itchy, scaly skin in dogs. Ringworm is another example of a fungal infection that can affect the skin. This is something that needs treatment fast because not only can it spread to other pets, it can pass to humans too.
Vets bills are expensive but it is really important you get your pet the treatment that it needs. Leaving patches like this untreated can lead to hair loss but more distressingly, infection.
This will first make the dog's life unpleasant because it will cause constant discomfort leading to loss of sleep. The dog will scratch and bite at the wounds and make the situation worse. Eventually the only solution will be surgery to remove the damaged tissue. This will be much more expensive than an early consultation and course of treatment so see the vet as soon as possible.
Parasites are among the most common cause for dry, itchy, flaky skin in dogs. Fleas are the most common. They live deep in the fur and are virtually invisible. A quick and inexpensive skin scraping procedure by the vet will find them though. A course of medication will remove the problem.
Allergies are also common in dogs. Contact dermatitis is skin irritation that can occur if a pet comes in to contact with household chemicals and cleaners or event laundry detergent, shampoo or perfume. Food allergies are among the most difficult conditions to diagnose but skin irritation can occur as part of a range of symptoms associated with the intolerance of a food item.
Fungal infections are another cause for dry, itchy, scaly skin in dogs. Ringworm is another example of a fungal infection that can affect the skin. This is something that needs treatment fast because not only can it spread to other pets, it can pass to humans too.
