My dog has black spots, smelly skin, and cloudy eyes. What's wrong?

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concerns. The eyes look to be cataracts, which there is not much you can do for cataracts (medically). Surgically, you can have these removed but this procedure typically costs $3000 per eye in my experience. It is possible that the cataracts could be due to diabetes but without blood work, it is difficult to say. Even if this was due to diabetes, there is no reversing the condition once developed. The skin could be a skin infection or allergy. I would recommend using the following products, which can all be found online to see if this helps the skin. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further. 1. Welactin omega 3 fish oil capsules 2. Douxo PS Chlorhexidine combination shampoo and bathe twice weekly until resolved 3. Malacetic conditioning spray and apply twice daily to the affected area until resolved

From the picture it looks like Bambi has catarats. However, other problems can accompany cataracts that I can’t evaluate from a picture. Secondary problems such as conjunctivitis, uveitis, and even glaucoma. Also diabetes can cause cataracts. I would highly encourage you to have her evaluated by your veterinarian soon. They may recommend anti inflammatory drops to keep the cataracts from causing other problems. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

Lily could have cataracts causing this cloudy pupil, but it could also be due to an eye infection or glaucoma. The eye is such a delicate and important structure that any problem with it should be considered an emergency. That's because leaving it untreated can lead to vision loss. I would have Lily seen by a vet immediately, who can diagnose what is causing her cloudy pupil and can discuss treatment options with you.

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. Based on your description, it sounds as though Cherry Pie may have a skin infection. This infection may be from bacteria, fungus or both. I would recommend having her examined by a veterinarian so that the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment recommendations can be made. If you are unable to get her to the vet I would recommend using the below recommended products which can be found online quite easily. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further. 1. Douxo PS Chlorhexidine combination shampoo and bathe twice weekly until resolved 2. Malacetic conditioning spray and apply to the affected areas twice daily until resolved 3. Essential 6 spot on by Dermoscent 4. Welactin omega 3 fish oil capsules for dogs.

It’s difficult to know how to advise without a photo. Pets can get more dark pigment on their skin as they age. Other causes of pigmentation our inflammation, allergies, drama and minor infection’s. Try to get a photo and repost as this may lead to better advice. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

This could be a symptom of many things. The black spots are comedones (like clogged pores). The hair loss appears to be from a flea allergy but could also be hormonal. I suggest the following: 1. Flea medication if you have not already been applying some to her. I would suggest this one that you apply EVERY month. ( https://www.amazon.in/Vivaldis-Pipette-Treatment-Chewing-Infestation/dp/B01FARX7LQ/ref=sr_1_3?crid=MQG9HJO22351&keywords=dog+flea+medicine&qid=1560240040&s=gateway&sprefix=dog+flea%2Caps%2C295&sr=8-3 ) 2. Wash her in this medicated shampoo that contains benzoyl peroxide. Lather it, let it set on her for 10 minutes and then rinse. Do this every 3-4 days. This should help with the comedones. ( https://www.amazon.in/LOVERS-Skin-Petben-Shampoo-200ml/dp/B06W2L3LWT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LH0SMRI72FEU&keywords=benzoyl+peroxide+shampoo+for+dogs&qid=1560240266&s=gateway&sprefix=dog+shampoo+benzoyl%2Caps%2C385&sr=8-1 ) 3. Feed her a good skin/coat supplement like this one: ( https://www.amazon.in/Missing-Link-Natural-Superfood-Supplements/dp/B07QPDVQDD/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=missing+link+dog&qid=1560240391&s=gateway&sr=8-3 ) Hope this helps. If you have more questions you can always opt for a private consultation where we can chat back and forth. That way you can ask as many questions as you'd like. Best wishes.

Hello there. Great question! Hyperpigmentation can be caused by many different things: 1. Hypothyroidism (low functioning thyroid) – Up to 33% of dogs diagnosed with hypothyroidism showed signs of hyperpigmentation as one of their symptoms 2. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus – Some dogs diagnosed with lupus 3. Allergies – If your dog experiences allergies he may also develop hyperpigmented areas on his skin 4. Malassezia – Is a yeast infection that often has hyperpigmentation as a symptom 5. Demodicosis (skin mites) – Is caused by a mite and is a lesser known cause of hyperpigmentation Pseudo-Cushing’s Syndrome – Is an endocrine disorder that is common in dogs middle age and older and can have hyperpigmentation as a result The skin may go back to normal color if you can treat the underlying cause. That would entail some advanced testing with your vet. What you can do is try to used a medicated shampoo like Malaseb. http://www.allivet.com/p-299-malaseb-shampoo.aspx?gclid=CMut-Oat69QCFZOIswodc3oBAQ This shampoo is for yeast and bacteria. Lather it on the dog, leave it sit on the coat for 10 minutes and then rinse thoroughly. Use 2-3 times a week. If you notice no difference then I think you should do some advanced testing with your vet. I hope this helps! Best wishes to you and Bella!