It’s worrying to notice that your dog is developing crusty scabs on their back. Luckily, most times, it’s an easy fix.
Here are the common causes of scabs:
- Allergies, including food, environmental, and pollen allergies
- Parasites, such as mites (both Demodex and Scabies varieties), fleas, and ticks
- Yeast infections caused by excessive yeast development in a dog’s body
- Hormonal imbalance, often caused by genetic abnormalities or diseases like tumors, hypothyroidism, Cushing’s disease, and more
- Bacterial infection, usually manifesting from other forms of infection
- Immune disorders like immune-suppressing syndromes or auto-immune diseases
- Fungal infections, especially ringworms
- Malnutrition, typically from a lack of certain minerals or vitamins in a dog’s diet
So, how can you get rid of the scabs? Here are some options:
1. Keep Things Clean
Make sure your home, dog, and yard are in as clean a condition as possible.
2. Maintain A Healthy Diet
Your dog should be getting a balanced diet with all the nutrients they could possibly need.
3. Use Medication
Talk to your vet about options.
4. Provide Fish Oil
Fish oil is packed with fatty acids that are crucial to skin and fur health in dogs.
5. Use Special Shampoos
Get shampoos that are antifungal and antibacterial. You can also opt for ointments.
6. Use Special Collars
Tick and flea collars work wonders.
7. Use Good Grooming Products
You don’t want to cheap out on grooming products. Go for high-quality choices.
8. Brush Your Dog
Every day, take some time to brush your dog’s coat.
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