Skin, ear and allergy articles.
Practical reading from the VetDERM Clinic team for pet owners and veterinarians — allergies, itching, ear problems, grooming and more.

For pet owners and vets

- Blog for Pet Owners, Dog Grooming, Dog Skin Problems, Pet Health
Like with humans, as dogs age they are likely to develop fatty deposits and other benign (non-cancerous) lumps. However, some […]

- Allergies, Blog for Pet Owners, Pet Health
Your cat’s eyes, when healthy, should look clear and bright. However, if you notice anything unusual about them, such as […]

- Allergies, Blog for Pet Owners, Cat Grooming, Cat Skin Problems, Dog Grooming, Dog Skin Problems, Itching, Pet Health
Humans are not the only ones who may have dandruff; your pets can get it too. Dandruff is made up […]

- Articles for Vets
Patients affected by canine pododermatitis are presented commonly in clinical small animal practice. The condition may be present on a […]

- Allergies, Blog for Pet Owners, Itching, Pet Health
Hives (also called urticaria) are the development of swollen, pale red bumps or welts on the skin. These little lesions […]

- Allergies, Blog for Pet Owners, Cat Grooming, Cat Skin Problems, Itching, Pet Health
Cats spend about 30-40% of their day grooming themselves. The rest of their time is mostly spent sleeping—this is a […]

- Articles for Vets
Otitis is one of the most common reasons dog owners seek consultation with their family veterinarian. There is no set […]

- Allergies, Blog for Pet Owners, Food Allergies, Itching, Other, Pet Health
A brand new year is almost here! Have you made your New Year resolutions yet? If you live with a […]

- Allergies, Blog for Pet Owners, Dog Grooming, Dog Skin Problems, Itching, Pet Health
Dogs get all sorts of skin problems for a variety of different reasons. One of the more common causes of […]

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