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\nIt\u2019s movie night, and you\u2019re cuddling with your furry best\nfriend, and uh oh, your poodle\u2019s shedding dandruff! He or she may\nbe possibly itching and suffering from scaly skin! As the heroic\nowner, there are some things to learn to aid your best friend in\ntheir suffering. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, why does my poodle have dandruff? There are several types of dandruff causes. The condition is often referred to as \u201cscaly skin.\u201d The underlying scaly skin condition can range from abnormal skin or hair follicle development to unknown and harmful disorders. When symptoms are present, a veterinarian can run standard tests to determine the cause and treatment. <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because dandruff can be a result of an underlying disorder, it is important to fully investigate this condition and make sure your fluffy friend is going to be well taken care of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following sections will delve into the symptoms you may be able to pinpoint, possible causes to look into, and feasible treatments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Do Poodles Get Dandruff?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First and foremost, let\u2019s learn the technical term. Dandruff is a symptom and a subcategory of what is known as \u201cExfoliative Dermatosis.\u201d This refers to a group of disorders that show symptoms of dandruff or scaling skin. Some poodles may be suffering sebaceous adenitis that does not fall into this category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Causes of Dandruff in Poodles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to PetMD (source here<\/a>), various causes could lead to dandruff. The common causes are excessive shedding, abnormal skin cell accumulation, scaling, or loss of cell adherence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sebaceous\nAdenitis<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately,\npoodles and standard poodles are one of the many breeds that are more\nprone to dry skin conditions causing dandruff and scaling<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In\nmany cases with poodles, sebaceous adenitis causes dry skin, and it\nis oftentimes accompanied by hair loss<\/a> on the head, back, or neck.\nFortunately, sebaceous adenitis will most likely not affect your\npoodle\u2019s health. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This condition often appears on a poodle between the age of one and five years and is suspected of being an inherited trait. For instance, It is more prominent in apricot-colored poodles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dry\nSkin from Grooming Products<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Keep\nin mind that poodles are regularly-groomed breeds and, therefore, can\nbecome sensitive to the excessive exposure of products on their\ncoats. For older poodles, dry skin could be from this sensitivity, or\nfrom oil-producing glands lacking in productivity. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou suspect your grooming product is causing an issue, you may switch\nto gentler, oatmeal-based products. Once your veterinarian determines\nthe cause of your poodle\u2019s dandruff, you can discuss alternative\nshampoos. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diet\nor Allergies<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s\nentirely possible that the cause of your poodle\u2019s dandruff is\ndiet-based or a reaction to an allergy. Again, your veterinarian can\ndetermine if this is the case and may recommend adding a healthy oil,\nsuch as Omega-3, to your dog\u2019s diet. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are other causes for dogs to have scaly skin, though. It\u2019s important to consider other root causes to ensure your fluffy friend is not suffering any diseases. We\u2019ll cover potential causes in detail below, and, further on, we\u2019ll talk about treatments for your poodle\u2019s condition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Underlying Health Issues as the Cause of Poodle\nDandruff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This\nfirst list includes the primary condition that results in dandruff\nand scaling on the skin. This is usually biological and the\nunderlying disease. The second list is the second condition, which is\nmost often a result of the primary condition or a consequence of it. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\t\t\t\tSecondary Conditions<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<\/td><\/tr>
\n\t\t\t\tCause<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<\/td> Description and Related <\/strong>
Symptoms<\/strong> <\/td><\/tr>
\n\t\t\t\tTumors of the skin<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<\/td>Abnormal growths of the tissue.
This could be malignant or benign. This may result in hair loss and
produce scales at the expense of
the damaged skin. <\/td><\/tr>
\n\t\t\t\tParasitic infection<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<\/td>Unhealthy parasites that infest
the skin. (Some parasites such as
cheyletiellosis the \u201cwalking
dandruff,\u201d demodicosis, (and
mange<\/em>) <\/td><\/tr>
\n\t\t\t\tBacterial Infection<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<\/td>Bacterial infection of the hair
follicles (also due to primary
infections that leave the skin
susceptible to infections) <\/td><\/tr>
\n\t\t\t\tSkin Inflammation<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<\/td> Inflammation caused by a yeast,
Malassezia. <\/td><\/tr>
\n\t\t\t\tSkin infections<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<\/td> Evident by the pus formed by
infection (pyoderma) <\/td><\/tr>
\n\t\t\t\tHormonal disorders<\/strong>\n\t\t\t<\/td> (Also known as Endocrinopathies). Related to the thyroid hormone \u2013
hypothyroidism and excess steroids from the adrenal glands.
Symptoms: This leads to excessive
surface skin cells and pus. Sex
hormone abnormalities may also
lead to excessive scaling <\/td><\/tr>
Age-related <\/strong>
(seen in older dogs due to <\/strong>
natural alterations associated <\/strong>
with aging)<\/strong> <\/td>		 Senior pets with dry, brittle, and
scaly scalp due to hormonal
changes, and oil gland production, and natural alteration in the body. <\/td><\/tr>
Nutritional <\/strong>
disorders and <\/strong>
reactions <\/strong> <\/td>		 May be caused by malnutrition
and diets consisting of a generic
dog food. This alters the normal
replacement of the shedding skin
cells and results in accumulated
surface skin cells. <\/td><\/tr>
Diabetes <\/strong>
mellitus<\/strong> <\/td>		Sugar diabetes; Such as the
hormonal disorder, you will see
excessive scaling. <\/td><\/tr>
Diseases of the immune <\/strong>
system<\/strong> <\/td>		 An autoimmune disorder where
the immune system attacks the self. <\/td><\/tr>
Increased <\/strong>
Sensitivity<\/strong> <\/td>		 Increased reactivity to foreign agents on the skin. It could react like
an allergy (pollen allergy, flea bite allergy, and other substances
found in the environment.) <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, the cause remains unknown (idiopathic<\/em>\u00a0seborrhea<\/em>, in which too much oil is produced). As mentioned above, there are symptoms that may be known, such as hyperkeratosis (thickening of the skin), but also do not have a known cause. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vitamin\nor Mineral Deficiency<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The causes listed below refer to several breeds of dogs, but it is still good to reference and check vitamin and zinc deficiencies for your poodle. Your pet\u2019s skin may be reacting to a poor-quality diet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n