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Tag: skin problems

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When Your Dog Is Licking So Much That a Sore Spot (Granuloma) Forms

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSAug 7, 2019May 31, 2020

It’s a lot like kids who suck their thumb — once the habit starts, it’s hard to break. Here’s what you need to know about causes and treatment.

  • Pet Health
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Skin Cysts in Dogs: Everything You Need to Know

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSAug 2, 2019May 28, 2020

As tempting as it may be to pop them, don’t.

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6 Causes of Dog Dandruff (And How to Treat It)

By Petful Veterinary TeamAug 1, 2019May 28, 2020

Can dogs get dandruff? Yes, dogs, like us, are susceptible to this skin condition. Possible causes of dog dandruff include seborrhea or even dry air.

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Allergies in Pets: Dog Itching? Cat Itching? Here’s Our Expert Guide.

By Petful Veterinary TeamJun 17, 2019June 8, 2020

It’s heartbreaking to see your dog or cat go through the misery that’s caused by allergies in pets. Start your research with this expert guide.

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Dog Pimples: An Expert Guide to Acne in Dogs

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSMar 26, 2019April 5, 2022

Much like human acne in teens, dog acne tends to affect younger dogs. However, unlike in people, the cause of dog pimples is not hormonal.

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Pyoderma in Dogs: Causes and Treatment

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSMar 12, 2019June 8, 2020

Yes, pyoderma is an infection, but no … it’s not infectious. Confused? Read this article to learn all about pyoderma in dogs.

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Hyperpigmentation: When a Dog’s Tummy Has Turned Black

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDJan 22, 2019June 8, 2020

If your dog’s tummy turned black, trauma such as chronic licking, scratching or a skin infection could have happened months ago.

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6 Reasons Your Dog Might Have a Dry Nose

By Petful Veterinary TeamOct 13, 2018May 28, 2020

There are times when you should worry about a dog’s dry nose, but most of the time you don’t have to be too concerned.

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Suspicious Lump on Your Dog? Here’s When to Tell the Vet.

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSSep 28, 2018May 28, 2020

When it comes to any suspicious lump on your dog, early veterinary intervention gives the best chances of a good outcome.

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Why Does My Cat Have a Crusty Chin? (It Could Be Feline Acne.)

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJun 15, 2018May 28, 2020

When cats develop black lumps and bumps on their chins, chances are high that the culprit is feline acne.

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Your Guide to Skin Tags on Dogs

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSMar 11, 2016May 28, 2020

Skin tags can grow to a point where they need veterinary intervention, but most of the time they’re pretty harmless to your pup.

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Itchy Dog? Don’t Overlook This Potential Cause: Yeast Infection.

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSSep 11, 2015June 8, 2020

Yeast is a normal inhabitant of canine skin, but sometimes this visitor outstays its welcome and causes uncomfortable itching and scratching.

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A Drug-Free Answer to Your Dog’s Itchy Skin

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJul 24, 2015September 24, 2019

Itch-free skin without drugs is a real possibility with the benefit of an immunotherapy vaccine.

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Alopecia X: A Story of a Stray Dog, Baldness and Modern Science

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJun 26, 2015May 19, 2020

Alopecia X used to be a mysterious skin condition, but now modern science throws new light on this strange disease.

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Conducting a Food Trial for Food Allergies in a Pet

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDMay 13, 2015December 17, 2018

Diagnosing food allergy has nothing to do with a better quality of food or a grain-free diet. It means finding food sources that your pet hasn’t had before.

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