Dermatology

Common Causes of Pet Skin Issues

You pet’s skin is the largest organ in their body, and can offer important clues about their overall health. At Henderson Animal Hospital, our veterinary team has experience in Dermatology.  We have diagnosed and treated a large variety of skin conditions affecting dogs, cats, and other animals. We also know the typical things pets may get into contact with in the wide area around Winnipeg, that may cause skin irritation. 

These common skin conditions include:
  • Allergies (common allergy triggers such as  pollen, household chemicals, shampoos, foods, medication, dust, and mold)
  • Parasitic infections, including fleas, lice, and mites
  • Yeast infections
  • Fungal infections
  • Bacterial infections
  • Underlying medical conditions, including immunity issues and hormonal dysfunction

At our animal hospital, we have even seen animals develop skin problems as a result of stress, boredom, and environmental factors such as extreme cold or sunburns. 

We welcome all dermatology related questions and concerns. 

You should call us if you notice :

  • Dry flaky skin
  • Frequent licking, scratching, biting, or shaking
  • Lumps, bumps, swelling, non-healing wounds, scaly patches, or rashes on the skin
  • Areas of skin that appear red and irritated, with or without oozing blood and pus (“hot spots”)
  • Hair loss
  • Dull, unhealthy coat
  • Foul odour from the pet’s skin or coat
  • Skin discolouration

Signs of skin problems like these can be distressful and painful for your animal, so don’t hesitate to reach out to us.