My dog's paw infection isn't healing. Is it bacterial or fungal?

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How can I diagnosis it's bacterial or fungal infections inside bini's paw(left paw). I am using antibiotics lexin tablet from past 10 days prescribed by a doctor but it is not much effective. The medicine as written on backside is anti bacterial and not effective against fungal infections...the disease continuing from past 2 months. Also applying almizol lotion..but it seems she still has pain and redness doesn't have cured yet.. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 4 years and 3 months old | 50 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Usually a veterinarian would perform a cytology to distinguish between a bacterial and fungal skin infection - they would take a sample on a microscope slide and examine for organisms. It's also possible that Bini has a resistant bacterial infection, or she might have another underlying disease process like an autoimmune disorder contributing to her symptoms. In your picture her foot does not appear classic for a fungal infection. You may want to follow up with your vet to discuss further testing and treatment.

My dog's paw infection isn't healing. Is it bacterial or fungal?

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