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How to Get Rid of Cat Chin Acne (Black Chin)
How can you prevent a cat's black chin (chin acne)?
Common Cat Skin Problems Besides Ringworm
The biggest difference between cats and other animals is that cats are masters at hiding pain—yet there is one condition they cannot conceal: skin problems!
Preventing Dog Skin Disease in the Plum Rain Season
In the hot, humid plum rain season, bacteria and fleas or mites on the coat breed easily, causing itch and inflammation. Also, not drying the coat after rainy walks or baths raises skin humidity and breeds bacteria - a main reason skin problems rise.
First Aid for Common Dog Skin Diseases
Skin disease is common in dogs, mainly from high heat and humidity. Common ones are fungal infection, mites and fleas. Below we explain the symptoms and treatment of these three.
Cat Folliculitis: Symptoms and Treatment
Feline folliculitis is caused by endocrine imbalance or infection (often Staphylococcus intermedius), showing coal-like black specks on the chin or tail. It affects appearance and has a long treatment cycle; clean care and the right medication clear it up.
Why Is My Dog Losing Fur on Its Tail?
Why does a dog lose fur in patches on the tail? Tail hair loss can also be caused by parasites - especially in big-tailed dogs with thick, dense coats, where poor grooming and cleaning can lead to infestations.
What to Do When Your Cat Gets Eczema
Damp weather from May to September invites eczema in cats too. Brush often and give sun time to prevent it. What is cat eczema and how is it treated?
How to Treat a Cat’s Black Chin (Feline Acne)
That cute cat has 'coal cinders' on its chin like it stole coal. As a responsible owner, do not ignore this beauty and health issue.
Can Cats Get Athlete’s Foot?
Cat paw pads are soft like little fur balls, but close contact reveals a stinky smell. So can cats get athlete's foot?