Introduction

• Common secondary dermatosis.
• Cause: varied (demodex, dermatophytes, staphylococcus).
• Signs: pustules and papules, usually ventral abdomen, axillae and groin; may affect dorsal trunk leading to 'moth-eaten' appearance in short-coated breeds.
• Diagnosis: history, clinical signs, microscopy, bacteriology, histopathology.
• Treatment: shampoo therapy, antimicrobial therapy, identify and treat predisposing factor.
• Prognosis: good to excellent.

Diagnosis

Treatment

Prevention

Outcomes