Canine sebaceous adenitis
What is sebaceous adenitis? Many clinicians are unaware of this condition in dogs, but this article details all you need to know.
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Canine pruritus: causes and therapies
Understanding what causes an animal to itch is the first step in successful treatment of the pruritic dog, as this article describes.
Canine pyoderma: a tiered approach
Our knowledge regarding canine pyoderma continues to evolve; this paper describes current thinking as to how we should approach such cases.
Managing skin disease with fluorescence biomodulation
The concern over increasing bacterial resistance to antibiotics has prompted clinicians to seek novel alternatives for conditions such as pyoderma; this article reviews the possibilities with one such treatment.
Chronic canine otitis: prevention is better than cure
Otitis is a common problem in dogs, and can quickly become chronic if prompt and appropriate action is not followed; this article discusses how best to approach these cases.
Demystifying the biofilm in canine otitis
Biofilms can be a major concern when dealing with otitis externa infections; this article discusses why they are problematic, and goes on to consider how best to identify and effectively control them.
Diagnostic methods for adverse food reactions in dogs
The diagnosis of adverse food reactions in dogs is not without its problems; this paper reviews the options and makes recommendations for the front-line clinician.
Common pitfalls and tips for better team communication
In this article the author – who works both as a veterinarian and healthcare safety consultant – covers the ways communication within a practice can be improved to benefit patient outcomes.