Why does my Pom dog have dry skin?
Cancer and autoimmune diseases can also cause your Pom dog’s skin to dry out. Your Pomeranian is part of your family. For this, and many other, reasons, all health symptoms, including dry skin, MUST be viewed seriously. Please do not delay the visit to the vet.
What kind of skin problem does a Pomeranian have?
This problem is often referred to as Black skin disease, BSD, or Alopecia X. An accurate diagnosis is often a very long, inconclusive and expensive exercise. Many Pomeranian skin conditions can be the cause of the problem, such as Hypothyroidism or low thyroid, Cushing’s disease, eczema, mites, fungus infections and allergies.
What to do if your Pomeranian has black skin?
These similar diseases could be Cushing’s disease and hypothyroidism. If in fact Black Skin Disease is caused by hormonal imbalances, then hormone therapies for your Pomeranian can be very helpful. The first step in treating Black Skin Disease under these conditions is to spay or neuter your Pomeranian.
What to do if your Pomeranian has a health issue?
If you cannot resolve a health issue at home or are unsure what type of condition he is suffering from, don’t hesitate to call your veterinarian. Make sure that your Pomeranian receives all needed vaccinations and booster shots.
What kind of skin condition does a Pomeranian have?
Finally, if you see your little Pomeranian nibbling at some location on their body, you’ve likely found your Pomeranian has dry skin; one of the more common Pomeranian skin conditions. Sadly there is an even worse illness among Pomeranian skin conditions, and that is Black Skin Disease (aka Alopecia X).
Cancer and autoimmune diseases can also cause your Pom dog’s skin to dry out. Your Pomeranian is part of your family. For this, and many other, reasons, all health symptoms, including dry skin, MUST be viewed seriously. Please do not delay the visit to the vet.
Why does my Pomeranian keep scratching her fur?
Dogs scratch their fur all the time, but, when done in excess, can be a tell-tale sign of a potential skin condition. We should be on alert when our Pomeranians are potentially over scratching, so knowing what to look out for is important for your Pom. Of the most common kinds of Pomeranian skin conditions, the biggest by far is simply dry skin.
These similar diseases could be Cushing’s disease and hypothyroidism. If in fact Black Skin Disease is caused by hormonal imbalances, then hormone therapies for your Pomeranian can be very helpful. The first step in treating Black Skin Disease under these conditions is to spay or neuter your Pomeranian.
