Search Results
411 results for “dog allergy”
Anglo Mink
The Anglo Mink is the domesticated pet ferret (Anglo / Marshall lines) kept as a companion animal. Intelligent, gentle, and easy to litter-train, it is heat-sensitive and mischievous when unwatched, needs a large wire-free cage and 4+ hours out daily, and eats a meat-based diet (30–35% protein, 15–20% fat). Lifespan 8–12 years.
Skin Disease in Collies and Other Herding Breeds: Why Medication Must Be Chosen Carefully
Collies and related herding breeds often carry an MDR1 gene mutation that prevents normal drug clearance, making them dangerously sensitive to certain parasiticides such as ivermectin. Skin problems are treated as in any dog, but parasite control and other medications must be chosen with a veterinarian to avoid toxicity.
Canine and Feline Aural Hematoma
An aural hematoma is a pocket of blood that forms between the skin and cartilage of the ear flap, usually triggered by vigorous head shaking or scratching. Small collections may be drained, but most require surgery to prevent a permanently scarred, thickened ear.
Canine and Feline Conjunctivitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva in dogs and cats from irritation, infection, allergy, or nearby disease, causing redness, discharge, and light sensitivity. Treatment controls infection and soothes the eye.
Canine and Feline Dermatitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin in dogs and cats from parasites, allergy, infection, or trauma, causing itch, swelling, and crusting. Treatment removes the cause and controls inflammation locally and systemically.
Canine and Feline Eczema (Moist Dermatitis): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Eczema is a superficial skin inflammation in dogs and cats driven by allergy and weak skin defense, producing redness, vesicles, hair loss, and crusting. It is managed by relieving itch, calming inflammation, and keeping the environment clean.
Canine Self-Biting (Acral Self-Trauma) Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Care
Self-biting syndrome is a compulsive behavior in dogs that leads to biting of the tail, limbs, or body, causing wounds and infection. It stems from parasites, nutritional gaps, allergies, or anxiety, and requires both behavior and medical management.
Canine and Feline Seborrheic Dermatitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Seborrheic dermatitis is a disorder of skin lipid metabolism in dogs and cats, producing dry scales, greasy sebum buildup, or inflamed crusted skin. It may be primary (often hereditary) or secondary to parasites, infection, or endocrine disease such as hypothyroidism.
Canine and Feline Atopic (Allergic) Dermatitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Atopic dermatitis, also called allergic dermatitis, is an IgE-mediated skin hypersensitivity in dogs and cats, marked by intense itching, redness, and hair loss that often begins around the eyes, toes, and groin. Mild cases may resolve once the allergen is removed, while persistent cases need veterinary-directed anti-inflammatory therapy.
Canine and Feline Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis is an inherited allergic skin disease triggered by inhaled allergens such as pollen, mold, and dust mites. It causes itchy, inflamed skin that often recurs seasonally, and is managed by avoiding allergens and controlling inflammation.