Dog health conditions

Zinc is commonly found in household metal objects, as well as in batteries, vitamin supplements, paints, and certain ointments (e.g. sunscreen and diaper rash cream).

Zinc-responsive dermatosis is a group of syndromes in dogs where a lack of zinc or an inability to absorb zinc leads to damaged skin. This syndrome is caused by poor absorption of zinc in the small intestine, lack of zinc in the diet, or excess of minerals that block absorption of zinc.