Infections in Dogs

Sep 24, 2024 | Infection

abdominal pain | abscesses | bad breath | blood in urine | boil | coughing | dehydration | diarrhea | ear discharge | excessive drooling | eye discharge | fever | frequent urination (polyuria) | hair loss (alopecia) | head shaking | incontinence | infection | itching (pruritus) | lethargy | loose teeth | loss of appetite (anorexia) | nasal discharge | pain | redness | scratching | sneezing | sores | squinting | strain | swelling | swollen gums | tearing | vomiting | weakness | weight loss | wheezing

Infection in Dogs

 

Infections in dogs are a common health concern that can arise from a variety of sources, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites.

These infections can affect different parts of a dog’s body, such as the skin, ears, respiratory system, or digestive tract, and may present symptoms like lethargy, fever, loss of appetite, or localized discomfort.

General Infection Symptoms

  • Fever: elevated body temperature
  • Lethargy: unusual tiredness or lack of energy
  • Loss of Appetite: reduced interest in food
  • Swelling: localized swelling or lumps
  • Pain: general discomfort or specific pain in affected areas
  • Discharge: pus or other fluids from wounds, eyes, ears, or nose
  • Redness: inflamed or red areas on the skin or mucous membranes

Skin Infection Symptoms

  • Itching: persistent scratching or biting at the skin
  • Redness: inflamed, red patches on the skin
  • Sores: open wounds or scabs
  • Hair Loss: bald patches or thinning fur
  • Odor: foul smell from the affected area

Ear Infection Symptoms

  • Head Shaking: frequent shaking of the head
  • Scratching: persistent scratching at the ears
  • Discharge: yellow, green, or bloody discharge from the ears
  • Odor: foul smell from the ears
  • Redness: inflamed ear canal
  • Swelling: swollen ear flaps or ear canal

Eye Infection Symptoms

  • Redness: bloodshot or inflamed eyes
  • Discharge: watery, yellow, or green discharge
  • Swelling: swollen eyelids
  • Squinting: difficulty keeping the eyes open
  • Tearing: excessive tearing or watery eyes

Respiratory Infection Symptoms

  • Coughing: persistent or dry cough
  • Sneezing: frequent sneezing
  • Nasal Discharge: clear, yellow, or green mucus from the nose
  • Difficulty Breathing: laboured or rapid breathing
  • Wheezing: whistling sound while breathing

Urinary Infection Symptoms

  • Frequent Urination: increased frequency of urination
  • Straining: difficulty or pain while urinating
  • Blood in Urine: presence of blood in the urine
  • Odor: strong or foul-smelling urine
  • Incontinence: inability to control urination

Gastrointestinal Infection Symptoms

  • Vomiting: frequent vomiting
  • Diarrhea: loose or watery stools
  • Abdominal Pain: signs of discomfort or pain in the abdomen
  • Loss of Appetite: reduced interest in food
  • Dehydration: dry gums, sunken eyes, and lethargy

Abscesses and Boils

  • Swelling: localized swelling or lumps
  • Pain: painful to the touch
  • Discharge: pus or other fluids from the abscess
  • Redness: inflamed or red area around the abscess
  • Heat: warmth in the affected area

Dental Infections Symptoms

  • Bad Breath: foul-smelling breath
  • Drooling: excessive drooling
  • Swollen Gums: red, inflamed, or bleeding gums
  • Pain: difficulty eating or chewing
  • Loose Teeth: teeth that are loose or falling out

General Immune System Symptoms

  • Weakness: general weakness or fatigue
  • Weight Loss: unexplained weight loss
  • Recurrent Infections: frequent or recurring infections

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