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A patch of sore, damp skin can appear on a dog in a single afternoon, and by evening it has doubled. Hot

Most owners arrive here having already done everything asked of them. The ear was cleaned, the drops went in, it got better,

Not all hair loss itches. A dog can go bald across both flanks, with sharply outlined patches and darker skin […]

Owners often expect scratching to settle once pollen season ends. For many pets it does not, because the wet months bring a

Just like humans, pets can develop seasonal allergies as well. In the veterinary world, we see pets come in often […]

What is a Food Allergy? Food allergy constitutes an overreaction of the immune system to a particular ingredient in the […]

Allergies in pets can be quite like those in humans. They are an overreaction of the immune system again commonly […]

Allergies, Blog for Pet Owners, Dog Skin Problems, Food Allergies, Itching, Pet Health

Are your dog’s nails looking a bit unusual? Do they seem to be licking at their paws or chewing at […]

Allergies, Blog for Pet Owners, Cat Ear Problems, Dog Ear Problems, Food Allergies, Itching, Pet Health

We’ve all heard the saying “It’s just allergies,” but when it comes to your pets, leaving those allergies undiagnosed and […]

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