Will a dog's skin infection go away on its own?
Haylie Ondricka
2025-08-06 13:02:57
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Many bacteria and fungi live on the skin but are controlled by the immune system and do not cause issues under normal circumstances. But, if skin conditions change or the immune system becomes suppressed, bacterial and fungal infections can result. While yeast infections are not contagious, they will often recur unless the underlying skin condition or allergy is addressed. Yeast dermatitis infections can be treated with oral or topical treatments, or a combination of both based on the severity of your dog’s condition. Staph infections are typically treated with oral antibiotics. Antibacterial shampoo or topical ointments can be used for these types of skin conditions. Depending on the severity of the infection, treatment may take several weeks to have an effect. Any age or breed of dog can be afflicted, but older dogs are more susceptible due to their weakened immune systems.
Tianna Emard
2025-08-06 09:12:14
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Skin fold dermatitis is an infection in a pocket between two folds of skin. Infected skin can cause a lot of discomfort and left untreated, can cause much more serious problems. Skin fold dermatitis usually improves very quickly with the correct treatment and care. Yeast and bacteria live naturally on your dog’s skin but, only cause a problem if they overgrow. In rare cases, surgery is needed to remove the folds of skin and stop infection coming back. Treating skin fold dermatitis involves regular cleaning, reducing inflammation and sometimes antibiotics/anti-yeast treatment. Cleaning alone can sometimes be enough to allow skin to heal, but if necessary, your vet may prescribe an anti-inflammatory medication. To prevent skin fold infections, clean and dry your dog’s skin folds regularly.