Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Labrador retriever dog with MRSP skin infection and itching
By Wan, Jennifer·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2014·Ontario Veterinary College, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: A case of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius (MRSP) pyoderma in a Labrador retriever dog.
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Plain-English summary
An 8-year-old neutered male Labrador retriever was brought in for severe itching all over his body. He had a history of skin issues, including allergies and infections. Tests revealed he had a resistant bacterial infection (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius) along with yeast on his skin. The veterinarian treated him with a combination of antibiotics, steroids, antifungal medication, and special medicated baths. After this treatment, the dog's skin condition improved significantly, and he felt much more comfortable.
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Abstract
An 8-year-old, neutered male Labrador retriever dog with generalized pruritis had a history of recurring atopic dermatitis and superficial pyoderma. Cocci and yeast were found on cytology and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius was cultured. A regimen of marbofloxacin, dexamethasone, ketoconazole, and cyclosporine in addition to bathing with 2% chlorhexidine shampoo resulted in marked improvement.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25392557/