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Cocker Spaniel Care Tips Part 1-Breed-Specific Ear Problems & Care | VetDERM Clinic

Cocker Spaniel Care Tips Part 1: Breed-Specific Ear Problems & Care

Cocker Spaniel dogs are excellent companions that possess a very expressive, loving, and sporty personality. They love to play outdoors […]

When is Allergen Immunotherapy Recommended for My Pet? | VetDERM Clinic

When is Allergen Immunotherapy Recommended for My Pet?

Is your beloved cat or dog having trouble with their allergies? Is their skin becoming more inflamed? Are they showing […]

In Vancouver, Every Season is Flea Season | VetDERM Clinic

In Vancouver, Every Season is Flea Season

Peak season for fleas in most of Canada is mid-summer, or sooner, about May through June. Vancouver, however, rarely gets […]

Pet Dandruff: Causes & How to Prevent Its Buildup | VetDERM Clinic

Causes of Pet Dandruff and How to Prevent It from Building Up

Humans are not the only ones who may have dandruff; your pets can get it too. Dandruff is made up […]

Hives in Pets: What They Mean and What Causes Them | VetDERM Clinic

Hives in Pets: What They Mean and What Causes Them

Hives (also called urticaria) are the development of swollen, pale red bumps or welts on the skin. These little lesions […]

Is Your Cat Over-grooming? Hair Loss & Other Signs of an Itchy Cat | VetDERM Clinic

Is Your Cat Over-grooming? Hair Loss & Other Signs of an Itchy Cat

Cats spend about 30-40% of their day grooming themselves. The rest of their time is mostly spent sleeping—this is a […]

New Year Resolutions for People with Allergic Pets | VetDERM Clinic

New Year Resolutions for People with Allergic Pets

A brand new year is almost here! Have you made your New Year resolutions yet? If you live with a […]

Skin Mites in Dogs: What You Need to Know about Demodicosis | VetDERM Clinic

Skin Mites in Dogs: What You Need to Know about Demodicosis

Dogs get all sorts of skin problems for a variety of different reasons. One of the more common causes of […]

Cats Get Zits Too! What to Know About Cat Acne | VetDERM Clinic

Cats Get Zits Too! What to Know About Cat Acne

Would you believe that cats, like humans, can get acne too? This condition consists of blackheads (medical term: comedones) that […]

Food Allergies in Dogs and the Hypoallergenic Diet | VetDERM Clinic

Food Allergies in Dogs and the Hypoallergenic Diet

As almost everyone has an opinion about food allergy in pets, there are many myths and misconceptions about food allergies […]

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