Combs

Pruritus is not a disease in itself, but a symptom of an underlying condition.

Causes of combing

They can occur as a consequence of various diseases associated with various conditions:

allergies,

fleas,

scabies mites (demodecosis, sarcoptosis),

"ear itch (otodectosis),

lichen (microsporia, trichophytosis),

psychogenic disorders.

Cause of scratching Allergies

Allergies in cats and dogs often occur as a result of dietary disorders. Owners often spoil "from the table" with various tasty things (cheese, sausages, sausages, biscuits, figs, etc.). There is also a breed predisposition to allergies in West Highland Terrier, Weimaraner, Yorkshire Terrier, English Bulldog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, etc.

Symptoms of an allergic reaction

The exposed skin is reddened,

itching,

the animal scratches areas of the body,

if the process is prolonged, sores and crusts form

Cause of scratching Fleas

Fleas. One of the most common causes of itching and scratching in animals. Transmitted from animal to animal, and through habitats, grooming items. During the bite, the flea does not secrete any anaesthetic substances, and animals feel unpleasant sensations at the time of the bite, which provokes multiple scratching all over the body.

Symptoms of flea infestation

itching,

scratching,

single sores all over the body,

dermatitis

Cause Scabies mites (demodecosis, sarcoptosis).

Demodecosis and sarcoptosis are parasitic diseases caused by mites of the genus Demodex canis and Sarcoptes canis. These mites parasitise in hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and intradermally. Diseases are accompanied by bacterial and fungal infection.

Symptoms of scabies mite infestation

appear hairless areas on the body,

the presence or absence of itching,

rapid spread over the body.

Cause Shingles (trichophytosis, microsporia)

Shingles (trichophytosis, microsporia). A range of fungal diseases caused by fungi of the genera Microsporum canis, Microsporum gypseum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes. The fungi affect, often additionally accompanied by a bacterial infection.

Symptoms of shingles

Hairless patches appear on the body,

itching,

scabbing, sores.

Cause Psychogenic disorders

Psychogenic disorders. Rarely seen disorders resulting from inadequate training of the dog or other disorders of nervous activity. It is manifested by compulsive licking, biting of certain areas, and often owners suspect that the dog is bothered by itching in a particular area.

Humans are also susceptible to some of the above conditions.