Staphylococci Infection

Staphylococci are the most common form of bacteria found in dog skin disorders. Staphylococci infection is not contagious to humans or other pets. Staphylococci are gram-positive spherical bacteria cells (cocci), that typically occur in microscopic clusters similar to grapes (staphyle=bunch of grapes). The term staphylococci is used broadly, for any bacteria with such a growth pattern.

Staphylococci infection causes itching, reddened skin, along with hair loss in the affected areas. Bleeding, crusted areas appear as the condition advances.
The staphylococci organisms generates toxins and enzymes that can destroy both red and white blood cells. Unlike some other types of bacteria, staphylococci are generally resistant to antibiotics, what impedes the treatment and control of staphylococci infections enormous.

Causes of Staphylococci Infection:

Although dogs with weakened immune system are most susceptible to the strains, healthy dogs can also been infected by staphylococci.
Hair follicles, sutures, or tiny wounds are eagerly colonized by staphylococci. Another doorway is the respiratory tract.
Indication of staphylococci infection is inflammation, raised temperature, swelling, and suppuration. A pus-filled boil or abscess may develop around the inflamed area.

Treatment of Staphylococci Infection:

• Salicylic acid, orally or topically can reduce staphylococci .
• Washing or soaking with potassium permanganate is effective.
• Clean affected areas daily with H2O2 to reduce staphylococci infection

Pet medication       Boost the immune system       Dog food diet for skin disorders

Other dog skin disorders:

Demodectic Mange ::: Scabies ::: Yeast Infection ::: Eczema ::: Ringworm
Scalp Psoriasis ::: Seborrheic Dermatitis