Ringworm is a very common form of skin disease that is found in both dogs and cats. Although its name makes you think otherwise, this skin disease isnt caused by any type of worm. Its actually caused by fungi known as Dermatophytes that feed on dead tissues found in the surface of the skin, spreading them around the skin of the animal.
Poison ivy is a very nasty plant which grows only in the United States and west of the Rockey mountains. The plant is coated in a oil like substance that causes very severe allergic skin reactions in about eighty-five percent of people. The reaction may be red itchy skin but can develop into welts, blisters and oozing sores on the allergic population.
Dogs make such perfect companions and lovable friends for nearly anyone who has the lifestyle and aptitude to look after them properly. This book reveals traits among various races of dogs to be able to find the perfect one for you and your family. Not just that, but just as a general reference dog guide, this is one of the best and enjoyable books on dogs to hit the shelves in quite a while.