Veterinary Advice on Skin Disorders in Dogs (Veterinary advice for dog owners series) Paperback – 1 Nov 2004

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Synopsis Skin disorders are among the most common group of conditions to affect dogs, and can range from mild irritation to severe discomfort. Veterinary Advice on Skin Disorders in Dogs tells you everything you need to know about the conditions that could affect your dog - the cause, symptoms, and most importantly, treatments. Whether you are interested in preventative care, or whether you have a dog that already has a skin complaint, this indispensable guide is essential reading. From the Inside Flap Skin disorders are among the most common group of conditions to affect dogs, and can range from mild irritation to severe discomfort. Written by a specialist veterinary dermatologist, Veterinary Advice on Skin Disorders in Dogs tells you everything you need to know about the conditions that could affect your dog - the causes, symptoms, and most importantly, treatments. This informative, accessible guide tells you about: Preventative, routine skin care, how skin problems are diagnosed, common skin problems and their treatments, allergies, diseases of the ears, nails and anal sacs. Whether you are interested in preventative care, or whether you have a dog that already has a skin complaint, this indispensible guide is essential reading. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Skin diseases are very common - possibly the most common group of diseases to affect dogs. Most diseases are not fatal, but they are often serious and debilitating. Furthermore, many become long-standing problems, requiring specialist treatment. The skin can respond to problems in only a limited number of ways, which is why many skin diseases look alike. Skin diseases are often grouped according to the problems they cause. These groups include: Itching (also called pruritus), hair loss (also called alopecia), scaling, erosion and ulcers, changes in coloration and lumps and bumps. Skin diseases can present with more than one problem, but there is invariably one overriding clinical sign - for example, an itchy dog might also have some secondary hair loss. The most prominent problem (in this case, itching) should be investigated first. See more