Yeast Infections on a Dog's Face

Like humans, dogs can develop skin conditions. A dog with a wrinkly face and lots of skin folds is at risk for developing a yeast infection on its face. A veterinarian can diagnose the infection and recommend treatment.

  1. Yeast Infection

    • Yeast infections on a dog&'s skin are usually caused by a fungus called malassezia. It grows quickly in areas like a dog&'s ear or in skin folds on its face.

    Symptoms

    • A dog with a yeast infection on its face will have greasy skin in the infected area. The discolored skin could smell foul, according to "The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook."

    Diagnosis

    • A veterinarian can diagnose a yeast infection on a dog&'s face by taking a skin scraping. If she sees peanut-shaped yeast when she examines the sample under a microscope, the dog is infected with malassezia.

    Treatment

    • Topical antifungal treatments in the form of shampoos and rinses are available to treat a yeast infection.

    Considerations

    • A dog that is prone to developing yeast infections can develop them anywhere on its body. Bathing the dog twice a month can help prevent yeast infections.