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Skin infections in dogs and cats are frequent causes of pain and discomfort. Wounds, abscesses, and lesions must always be examined and treated by your veterinarian before a severe infection takes hold. Clavamox Chewable Tablets are typically prescribed by veterinarians as a safe, easy-to-administer antibiotic medication that is effective against bacteria that cause skin infections in pets.
Why do dogs and cats get skin infections?
Countless bacteria live on your pet’s skin naturally. When a dog’s or cat’s immune system is strong and functioning properly, these pathogens are kept in check. even if your pet experiences a skin wound from scratching an itch, for example, a healthy immune system will stop an overgrowth of harmful bacteria that could result in an infection. If your pet’s immune system is compromised, a break in the skin is like an open door for bacteria to enter your pet’s body and congregate, resulting in red, itchy, and pus-filled lesions. Left untreated, skin infections in dogs and cats can develop into pyoderma or even systemic infections that can cause severe health threats.
Causes of skin infections in dogs and cats include:
Insect bites
Scratching
Wounds from accidents or fights with other animals
Flea allergy dermatitis
Allergic reactions to food or topical/inhaled allergens
Autoimmune diseases (Pemphigus complex, Systemic lupus erythematosus, etc.)
Suppressed immunity caused by underlying disease or medications
What are the symptoms of a pet skin infection?
Signs of a skin infection in your cat or pet dog may include:
Redness
Excessive warmth of the area
Itching/scratching
Crusts
Scaling of the skin
Hair loss
Open and/or oozing sores
Pustules (blisters filled with pus)
Strong or foul smell
Diagnosis and treatment of skin infections in pets
If you suspect your cat or pet dog may have a skin infection, seek advice from your veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment. The proper medication for your pet can only be prescribed following identification of the certain strain of bacteria causing the infection. Your veterinarian will likely examine your pet with a complete physical exam, as well as diagnostic lab tests such as blood tests, urinalysis, and a skin scraping test.
When the cause of your pet’s skin infection is diagnosed, your veterinarian may prescribe antibiotics or antifungal medication depending upon the pathogen detected. It is crucial not to take antibiotic treatment into your own hands. using the wrong antibiotic may kill off bacteria that is useful to your pet, rather than the root cause of the infection. This could cause a significant deterioration in your pet’s health. Do not give antibiotics that were prescribed for humans to cats or dogs, as this can be life threatening.
How can I stop skin infections in my pet?
Keeping your pet’s immune system strong, as well as taking good care of his or her skin and coat will help stop a minor cut or scrape from developing a skin infection.
Give your pet a daily multivitamin, as well as a good skin and coat supplement consisting of Omega 3 fatty acids. The healthier your pet’s skin is, the less prone it will be to a bacterial imbalance that could result in skin infection.
Bathing your pet frequently with a moisturizing pet shampoo will help keep skin itching to a minimum.
Also, be sure you keep your pet protected against fleas and ticks, as these pests are a major source of itching, scratching, skin irritation and diseases in cats and dogs.
Clavamox Chewable Tablets conquer pet skin infections
Clavamox Chewable Tablets are used to treat skin and soft tissue infections in dogs and cats. The palatable, chewable tablet is easy to give your pet and each is scored for easy splitting so you give the right dose every time.
Clavamox Chewable Tablets are prescribed by veterinarians to treat a large variety of bacterial skin infections including abscesses, wound infections, cellulitis, and pyoderma. They are sold per tablet, so you only get what your pet needs. This helps keep costs down and makes sure freshness of your pet’s medication.
Available in four strengths, Clavamox Chewable Tablets consist of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. This broad-spectrum antibiotic successfully treats a number of different bacterial infections in cats and dogs and is available by prescription only. Ask your veterinarian if Clavamox Chewable Tablets are ideal for your pet.
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