How to Care for Your Dog's Yeast Infection
Yeast infection in dogs has been said to mostly affect the ears and skin. Some vets have treated the problem with diluted, distilled vinegar. A topical steroid is used for the itching and certain ointments are used to help treat the infection.
Miconosol lotion 1 % is an antifungal which can be used sparingly in your dog's ears, between the paws, and anywhere else on the outer portion of the body that the dog has licked and spread the infection.
You can try mixing plain yogurt containing the active cultures with your dog's food. Placing a dab of tuna water in it may make it more palatable for your pet.
A mild dandruff shampoo may help your dog with the itching. Rinsing in diluted apple cider vinegar will help restore the ph balance.
Changing your dog's diet is important if you've noticed constant infections or other health problems. Lamb and rice is one possible solution or feeding your dog pure mixes of your own, such as cooked chicken and vegetables or fish and potatoes. If your dog seems resistant to a change in diet at first, try changing it over gradually, mixing some of the previous food with the new food and slowly removing more of the previous food at each feeding.
The dogs that have a tendency to obtain ear infections are the ones with ears that flap, closing off proper air flow. Unfortunately, yeast infection can be the cause of your dog's ear infections. If the ear can't be kept free of excessive hair growth, it has even more of a chance to cultivate yeast overgrowth. The warm, dark, and moist environment is a prime place for the yeast to produce.
Cats have been known to develop yeast infection of the ears, but it is less likely in cats because their ears tend to stand up. If you notice an odor in the ears of your pet, whether it be a dog or cat, there is a problem that needs to be addressed.
Having your pet tested for yeast overgrowth is the best way to determine if that is the problem. Sometimes diagnosing your pet's illness on your own can lead to worse problems. Although there are many safe alternatives to expensive vet prescriptions, it is best to at least be sure what you are treating first. There may be an underlying problem causing the yeast overgrowth that you can't determine without the proper testing. Just like when a mechanic works on a car, there can be many reasons for the same problems that take a deeper understanding than what the average person can handle.
If you want your pet's motor to run properly, pay attention to their bodies so that you can notice any imperfections as soon as they occur. If the pet isn't acting up to par, an owner who pays attention to their personalities will often recognize that there is a problem right away.
If your pet does have yeast infection, take the proper steps to keep them clean and safe while they are being treated. It might be a good idea to keep them away from small children during recovery.
