The skin is a weak area in Westies. In a recent study, 66% (two-thirds) of the breed were affected by some form of skin disease by 3 years of age. Allergies (which cause itchy skin and often lead to pyoderma) are very common in all terrier breeds. Other skin diseases in Westies include seborrhea, and a very serious disease: epidermal dysplasia. We will take an in-depth look at skin problems that are common in Westies, as well as discuss some West Highland Terrier allergies. Causes Of West Highland Terrier Skin Problems: 1. Atopic Dermatitis. As mentioned above, this is suspect number one when it comes to itchy and red skin in West Highland Terrier breeds. Respiratory allergies may be caused by cigarette smoke, certain plants and grasses, inhaled chemical vapors, dust mites, and pollen. Pollen allergies will be seasonal generally limited to Springtime. Bathing your Westie to remove allergens from their coat and skin may help. Allergies. Athough they are tough and hardy, Westies are very prone to developing allergies. Allergies can cause distressing symptoms for dogs, primarily itching, and when they scratch and chew at their itchy body parts, they can cause sores, skin irritation, and hair loss. Malassezia Dermatitis. Malassezia dermatitis is not an allergy but a yeast infection found on the skin of Westies as the result of an allergic reaction. The symptoms include loss of hair and oily, itchy, blackened, foul-smelling skin. Treatment includes anitfungal drugs, medicated shampoo, antibiotics, antihistamines and topical treatments.

1. Skin Infections. It is estimated that 66% of Westies will develop skin infections by 3 years of age. 1 Skin infections can be caused by environmental allergies or potentially food allergies. Signs of allergies vary; however, they can include hair loss, intense itchiness, skin infections, and ear infections.

As a topical skin disease common in approximately 25% of all West Highland white terriers, the discomfort comes from severe irritation and skin damage. If not treated, Westies can be prone to severe skin irritation and infections. .
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