What happens if a dog’s skin disease becomes severe?

If a dog’s skin disease is not treated promptly and effectively, severe cases may lead to the following. First, because skin disease is often accompanied by itching, the dog easily scratches and breaks the skin, causing skin infection or even systemic infection. Second, skin disease makes the coat dull, brittle, and falling, and in severe cases may cause large-area hair loss.

In addition, if not treated in time, the skin may ulcerate and form scabs, bringing pain and discomfort; long-term pain also causes mental stress and anxiety. Therefore, once skin disease signs appear, take the dog to a vet promptly to avoid these serious consequences.