What It Is?

Candida is normally present in small amounts on the skin, in the mouth, ears, gastrointestinal tract, and genital areas, but it can cause disease if the immune system is compromised or the microbial environment is imbalanced.

Why is it important?

Candidiasis in dogs is commonly caused by a weakened immune system caused by conditions like diabetes, prolonged medication use, or a disrupted microbial balance, allowing Candida overgrowth.

Clinical signs?

Clinical signs of candidiasis in dogs include redness, itching, and sores on the skin (especially in moist areas), chronic ear infections with discharge and odor, oral issues like white patches and drooling, and, in rare cases, systemic infections causing fever and lethargy.