Species: Dog
Condition: Atopic Dermatitis
Organ System: Cardiovascular
Long lasting skin inflammation associated with allergies. Allergens are absorbed through the skin or inhaled and they cause severe itchiness. The dog is aggressively scratching and licking affected parts of the body (ears, wrists, ankles, underarms, groin, etc.) causing skin damage and infection with discoloration and hair loss. The condition can worsen periodically depending on the cause. Atopic dermatitis is incurable; once it develops, it is present for life. The vet will administer anti-allergic drugs and suggest avoiding substances that seem to trigger the reaction. In severe cases shampoos and ointments can relieve the symptoms.
Breeds exposed to Atopic Dermatitis – Research Reference
Jack Russell Terrier Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
“Fox Hound Cross – (Palmer
“Beagle Cross – (Palmer
Fox Terrier Wire Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Wire-Haired Terrier Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Fox Terrier Smooth Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Bernese Mountain Dog – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Jack Russell Terrier – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Fox Terrier Smooth – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Fox Terrier Wire – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Wire-Haired Terrier – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Bernese Mountain Dog Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
“Beagle – (Palmer
“Fox Hound – (Palmer
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
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This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
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