Abstract:

Pododermatitis is defined as the inflammation of the paw skin of nails, interdigital space, base pads, and nail folds. Complex conditions known as pedal folliculitis and furunculosis often need complicated diagnosis and treatment because of their multifactorial nature. Four dogs with symptoms of chronic and progressive pododermatitis were admitted to the Ondokuzmayis University Animal Hospital. Bacteriological examination of exudates revealed Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection in German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever and Setter dogs. The MRSA isolate was sensitive only to teicoplanin, gentamicin and enrofloxacin, respectively. From the infection of the mixed-breed dog, ampicillin/sulbactam susceptible Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus spp. was isolated. Antinuclear Antibody Tests revealed high positive titers. The use of antibiotics sensitive for each dog together with the combination of prednisolone treatment resulted in significant recovery. In conclusion, antibiotic-resistant bacteria and immunomodulatory responsive etiology should be considered together in cases of chronic pododermatitis in dogs.

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