FAQ

A diluted vinegar rinse may help alter skin pH and create an environment less favorable to yeast, but it should only be used under veterinary guidance.

If left untreated, a dog's ear yeast infection can progress to chronic or deep infections, causing severe pain, hearing loss, and potentially permanent damage or deafness.

A diluted vinegar rinse may naturally inhibit yeast in dogs by altering the skin's pH, but always consult a veterinarian before use.

High-carbohydrate or high-sugar diets can contribute to yeast overgrowth in dogs' ears, especially in dogs with food allergies or sensitivities.

Dogs with yeast infections should avoid high-carbohydrate, high-sugar foods, which can fuel yeast overgrowth and worsen their condition.

Yeast ear infections in dogs require veterinary diagnosis and treatment, often involving antifungal ear drops or oral medications, and addressing underlying causes.

Yeast infections in dogs' ears are primarily caused by the overgrowth of Malassezia pachydermatis, often triggered by moisture, warmth, allergies, immune suppression, or underlying health issues.

Addison's disease is most often triggered by an autoimmune reaction where the immune system attacks the adrenal glands, though infections, tumors, trauma, and sudden cessation of long-term steroid therapy can also cause it.

Breeds prone to Addison's disease include Standard Poodles, Portuguese Water Dogs, Bearded Collies, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers, and several others.

Addison's disease is primarily triggered by an autoimmune response that damages the adrenal glands, though it can also result from infections, tumors, trauma, or sudden cessation of long-term steroid use.