Pets are susceptible to skin diseases in summer, here are the causes and preventions you need to know!

Jul 25,2024
5Min

Ultraviolet rays are particularly strong in summer and the weather is hot and dry. Many pets are prone to skin diseases. In life, many owners’ negligence can cause skin infections in dogs, but the owners don’t know it. Let’s learn about the causes and causes of skin diseases in dogs. How to prevent skin diseases in dogs!

1. Mosquito bites

The temperature and humidity in summer are suitable, so it is also the most active time for various mosquitoes and fleas. Pets at this time are more likely to be infested by external parasites. After mosquitoes and fleas bite cats and dogs, they will itch abnormally. Unlike humans, dogs and cats cannot control their own behavior. If they scratch excessively and are not discovered by their owners in time and receive correct deworming and treatment, they will It will cause skin abnormalities: hair loss, thickening of the cortex, dehydration, etc. In severe cases, skin diseases will occur. Therefore, owners must observe in time and deworm regularly. Note that regular deworming must be carried out, including the animal itself and its environment. You can also wear an insect repellent ring at ordinary times.

 2. Strong sunlight

The sun's ultraviolet rays and heat energy are harmful to human skin, and they are also very lethal to pets' skin. Ultraviolet rays can cause pet skin to deteriorate and lead to skin cancer; because pets have thick fur outside their bodies, the heat of the sun will damage the tender skin under the fur. If you do not bathe regularly, it is more likely to cause skin diseases. Therefore, pets should not be exposed to the sun between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. every day in summer, and they should pay attention to maintaining body surface hygiene, bathing frequently, and combing their hair frequently. When taking a bath, you can choose to use a pet-specific shower gel to prevent skin diseases.

3. Pollen skin allergy

We have found that some people develop skin allergies during certain seasons every year. In fact, the same goes for pets. Some pets are allergic to certain floral pollens. This owner should pay attention to the strange relationship between seasons and skin. Try to prevent and prepare medicines for treatment in advance. The pet hospital has anti-allergic drugs, so pet owners should seek medical treatment in time

4. Fungi, pests, parasites, etc. will become more active and prone to reproduction and infection under the high temperatures in summer.

5. Shaving

Some owners think that shaving their baby in summer will make him cooler and the dog will be more comfortable. In fact, after shaving, the outer layer of the pet's coat will be more susceptible to damage, especially under the influence of strong sunlight, high temperature, fleas and mosquitoes in summer. . Therefore, unless necessary to treat skin diseases, try not to shave your baby's hair.

In short, to prevent skin diseases in summer, we must do: Regularly deworm, keep clean and hygienic, avoid rolling in flowers and grass, and reduce exposure to the sun. In addition, let your pets drink more water, eat fruits and vegetables, choose fruit and vegetable dog food, and always have skin disease drugs. Find small problems, treat them in time, and eliminate them

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