If you notice your dog is excessively scratching, licking or rubbing, or you can see some red patches on the skin, hair loss or bad skin odour, then it might be time to come and see us! It sounds like …
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Flea Allergy Dermatitis
Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD) is one of the most common forms of allergic dermatitis in dogs and cats. It is often the cause of the skin disease that people sometimes refer to (wrongly) as eczema or …
Otitis – Ear Infection in Dogs and Cats
Otitis Externa means inflammation of the external ear canal. It is a very common ear complaint in dogs, and cats can also be affected. What are the symptoms? A dog with Otitis Externa may show …
Atopic Dermatitis
What is atopy? Atopy, or Atopic Dermatitis, is an allergic skin disease that causes itching. It is one of the two most common skin allergies in dogs and cats, along with fleas. Causes With …
Allergic Dermatitis
Dermatitis means inflammation of the skin. One of the most common types of dermatitis is allergic dermatitis. In the allergic state, the body's immune system overreacts to foreign substances …