{"id":1861,"date":"2025-06-12T17:33:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T00:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.baysideanimalhospitalonline.com\/blog\/?p=1861"},"modified":"2025-09-04T14:15:43","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T21:15:43","slug":"what-is-canine-seborrhea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.baysideanimalhospitalonline.com\/blog\/what-is-canine-seborrhea\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Canine Seborrhea?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Canine skin disorders such as canine seborrhea can significantly impact a dog\u2019s health and well-being, so it\u2019s important to know the signs so you can seek relief fast for your precious pooch. In this blog, our team at Bayside Animal Hospital<\/a> explores the causes, symptoms, and treatments for canine seborrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Understanding Canine Seborrhea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Canine seborrhe<\/a>a <\/a>is a skin disorder that results in the overproduction of sebum, a natural oil produced by the skin, leading to dog dandruff and an unpleasant odor. It can manifest as flaky, greasy, or dry skin affecting various parts of a dog’s body, including the back, face, ears, and underbelly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Causes Canine Seborrhea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Primary seborrhea is often inherited, and can be seen in breeds like Cocker Spaniels, West Highland White Terriers, and Basset Hounds. Secondary seborrhea is more common, and usually results from an underlying condition or external factors. Common causes of secondary seborrhea include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n