Generally it has been noticed that standard poodles are healthy and live a long life, but still health problems occur. Apart from common diseases, canine parvovirus and canine distemper are some health problems that can afflict a poodle. However, sebaceous adenitis, hypothyroidism, Cushing’s disease and Addison’s disease are some of the diseases which cause loss of hair in standard poodles. Take your dog immediately to the veterinarian in case any problem is found with them.
Ringworm is a fungal infection that is highly communicable. It can infect human beings, livestock, pets, and other animals. All infected bodies, then, become carriers and transmitters of the infection till they are cured. Rarely does ringworm infection spread from soil. It can attack the body, scalp, feet, and nails. Ringworm infection can be cured by using medication that kills the fungus growth.
Rabies is a viral infection that affects the pet’s brain. It is quite a debilitating disease which affects the central nervous system of the body and causes complete body malfunction. Unless immediate treatment is given, the disease can be fatal.
