Pets: Does your White Dog Have a Red Yeast Infection?

Before you think your white, or light colored, furry friend is a dirty doggy consider the possibility of him (or her) having a red yeast infection. Red yeast infections are a common ailment in white and light-colored dogs. The bacteria, Ptyrosporin, A.K.A. red yeast, thrives in moist, damp fur, and causes reddish or brownish stains around the inside corners of a dogs eyes. And because it thrives in wet spots, a pup's excessive tearing makes it worse. Then, when the dog licks their paws, it can infect that area. Even though antibiotics are unnecessary, keep an eye on it if you notice it on your furry one.