![]() This disease is often not pruritic, but can lead to a secondary bacterial infection of the skin (pyoderma) which may be itchy. This is usually a disease of young dogs and causes dramatic hair loss and dermatitis. Demodectic mange is caused by the demodex mite.Lesions are seen on the ears, elbows and hocks (ankles). Scabies is an intensely pruritic skin condition caused by the sarcoptic mange mite.Contact allergy is a reaction to an irritant that touches the skin, often the belly or chest.Lesions are evident in areas where insects such as mosquitoes are likely to bite (bridge of nose, ears). Insect allergies (insect bite hypersensitivity) are less common than other allergies. ![]() These dogs tend to scratch in the same places as those with atopy. Food allergy is a reaction to one or more ingredients in their food.The condition is often worse during summer months when pollen and mold levels are increased. Dogs with atopy tend to scratch their ears and face and tend to chew and lick at their feet. ![]()
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