My dog has severe skin disease and there’s no reliable vet nearby-what medication should I use?

Based on the photo, the dog likely has a fungal infection or pyoderma, but skin disease symptoms are similar and mixed infections are possible. For severe skin disease, a professional skin scraping at a vet is recommended for targeted medication; scraping and stained microscopy are simple, inexpensive tests that even an ordinary clinic can perform.

If fungal infection is confirmed, mainly use antifungal medication containing ketoconazole, itraconazole, or terbinafine. For large or severe fungal areas, systemic treatment is advised-including oral or injectable antifungals, weekly medicated baths, and nutritional/vitamin supplementation. Also, let the dog sunbathe more to boost skin resistance and speed recovery. Fungal infection is closely linked to a dirty, damp environment, so keep the dog’s living area dry, hygienic, and regularly disinfected.