Is it normal for dogs to have dandruff?

Under normal circumstances, it is normal for dogs to have dandruff. This is caused by the metabolism of the dog's body. Under normal circumstances, the amount of dog dander is generally not very large. If you find that a large amount of dandruff suddenly appears on your dog's body, accompanied by itching and hair loss, the owner should pay more attention.

Squamous epidermis

The dog’s epidermis is dry and has a large amount of dandruff, making it scaly and prone to secondary infection.

Skin hyperkeratosis

Hyperkeratosis of the dog's epidermis can make the skin thicker and harder. It is more common on the dog's bone protrusions and feet. In severe cases, dogs will suffer from keratosis. Infection due to torn layers or lameness due to foot pads.

Chiggers

Chiggers parasitize on the surface of dogs and feed on tissue fluid, because the worms are often stuck together with eggs and dander. "The entire life cycle of chiggers can be completed on the dog's body, which lasts about five weeks. The main pathogenic effects are peeling and itching, which may cause self-mutilation in dogs.

Seborrheic dermatitis

The excessive secretion of sebaceous glands in dogs is called seborrhea. Seborrhea in dogs mostly occurs on the back, legs, perineum, neck and inside ears. The affected areas often have light yellow waxy aggregates, accompanied by Inflammatory changes such as hair loss and mild itching, and endocrine disorders caused by Demodex are often accompanied by seborrhea.