A Shih Tzu licks and chews his legs - atopic dermatitis
Channel: Dr David Sing
Date: 2016-06-22

Tue Jun 20, 2016
Itchy legs and armpits. Smelly skin even after bathing. 

Shih Tzus in Singapore has a high incidence of skin diseases. Generalised itchiness, licking and chewing their legs.  

They suffer from skin diseases like atopic dermatitis or allergic inhalant dermatitis caused by ordinary environmental substances like household dusts, molds and pollen. Bacteria, yeasts and fungal infections are present in the skin. More scratching and licking cause severe skin inflammation and damage causing body odour.

Clipping bald is best to get rid of the infected hairs. The owner can apply skin washes easily. This dog has ringworm on his back legs. Medication is given. A review one month later is required.