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Three Parts: Diagnosing a Yeast Skin Infection in your Dog Treating your Dog’s Yeast Skin Infection Preventing Future Yeast Skin Infections Community Q&A A yeast infection of the skin, also called “yeast dermatitis,” is a common skin concern for many dogs. read more
Dogs can contract skin yeast infections anywhere on their bodies, though feet and ears are the most common spots. This fungal infection develops due to an imbalanced immune system, oily skin or skin allergies. read more
Ear infections caused by yeast are more common in dogs with floppy ears, like cocker spaniels, basset hounds, golden retrievers, and poodles. Some breeds which have hair growing in the inner ear canal, like Schnauzers, are also more susceptible to yeast infection. read more