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My dog keeps scratching and probably has fleas; I bought medication, but then noticed pus-filled bumps on its belly with a lot of scabbing, and I don’t dare to buy medication casually — I really don’t know what to do
Pus-filled bumps and scabs on a dog's belly are generally skin inflammation caused by bacterial superficial pyoderma, usually because the dog frequently lies on damp flooring or in a humid environment while its own skin resistance is weak, leading to secondary bacterial infection. If you don't know how to handle it, the best approach is to take the dog for a skin scraping examination and use medication as directed by the veterinarian.
My cat kept scratching and now has a bald patch behind her ear—what could it be?
Hair loss and scratching behind a cat's ears can have several causes. It may be ringworm, a fungal skin infection causing itching, scaling, and redness. It can also be eczema or a parasitic infestation, so a vet visit is recommended for a proper diagnosis.
What is this?
Belly hair loss with red rash likely signals skin disease from bacteria, fungus, mites, or allergy. A skin scraping identifies the type; use a collar and iodine while waiting.
My dog has a few scabs self-inflicted scratches or skin disease?
Based on the signs, hair loss, scabs, and redness are usually from skin disease, often triggered by itching and over-scratching from bacteria, fungus, allergy, or eczema. A skin exam at the clinic is best; if unavailable, use pet skin sprays and an antihistamine with a collar.
Why does my dog have a lump on its leg skin?
A red, swollen lump on a dog's leg is often inflamed skin tissue from injury or infection, such as scratches, parasite bites, or bacterial or fungal infection. Secondary infection can follow, so a skin scraping at the clinic is best; meanwhile use an Elizabethan collar and disinfect.
Causes and Treatment of Ulcerative Pododermatitis (Sore Hocks) in Rabbits
Ulcerative pododermatitis (sore hocks) is a pressure-induced skin ulcer on the soles and sides of a rabbit's feet, most often seen in adults kept on hard or wire cage floors. It causes pain, reluctance to move and, if infected, can lead to abscesses, cellulitis or even fatal septicemia. Good hutch design, soft bedding and prompt wound care are key to prevention and treatment.
There is a small very red spot on his leg with a black dot in the middle, which feels like a scab and is slightly raised.
The photo is too blurry to give an accurate diagnosis. If the cat's skin has formed a scab but shows no dandruff or intense itching, it is usually a skin injury that became infected, then formed a scab after scratching and bleeding. The owner should first prevent the cat from scratching and can treat the wound topically.
My cat has a black, slightly broken spot but seems active and normal. What is it?
This is a scab from frequent scratching due to skin disease, possibly fungal, bacterial, or parasitic. Take the cat to a clinic for a skin scrape and microscopy to find the cause.
What causes a red bump on a cat’s head?
A red bump on a cat's head is usually skin disease from bacteria or parasites. Use an Elizabethan collar and iodine, and see a vet if it persists.
What causes my dog’s hair loss and how do I treat it?
Based on the signs, your dog's hair loss is most likely from a fungal, bacterial, or mite skin infection. Have a vet do a skin scraping to confirm the cause, then treat accordingly: antifungal medicated baths and sprays for fungus, antibacterial sprays and vitamin B for bacteria, and external parasite treatment for mites. Disinfect the environment to stop reinfection.