Warning as dog licking its paws could be sign of grim disease

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Millions of dog owners in the UK are being warned

A dog licking its paws and other actions could be signs that your pet has a common but grim infection.

According to experts at Purina, yeast is a fungus that lives on the skin and inside the gut of your dog without causing any harm, most of the time. But there are certain triggers that when activated can lead to an over-population of yeast.READ MORE: Martin Lewis says 'don't' to anyone with a private or company pension

Affected areas could also be prone to hair loss, and your dog scratching, biting or chewing at their skin is a huge red flag, according to experts. Hot weather, skin irritation, pre-existing skin conditions, and certain medications can increase a dog's risk of yeast infection.

 

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