A closer look at the benefits of cytologyMay 26, 2022When general practitioners encounter a lump or bump to diagnose, they usually harken back to phrases they heard in veterinary school such as, “tape, scrape, and DTM,” or “if it looks like ringworm, it’s probably staph,” or “garbage in, garbage out.”
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Debunking allergy testing mythsMay 26, 2022Although there have been many advancements in therapeutic options for atopic dermatitis over the last 10 years, allergy testing and allergy-specific immunotherapy (ASIT) still remains one of the safest long-term treatment options available.
5 Questions With… Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, star of Pop Goes the Vet with Dr. JoyaApril 19, 2022Veterinary Practice News recently caught up with Dr. Joya to learn more about her television journey and scratch the surface of veterinary dermatology.
Elanco closes $444M purchase of biopharma co.August 31, 2021Elanco Animal Health has expanded its reach into the veterinary dermatology market with the $444-million acquisition of biopharma company, Kindred Biosciences.
Nutritional influences in dermatological disordersAugust 10, 2021The skin is an important immune organ with functions including a barrier against foreign antigens, immunoregulation, vitamin D production, thermoregulation, nutrient storage, sensory perception, reproduction, and antimicrobial action.
Diagnosing and treating alopecia in dogsJune 1, 2021When a dog has an alopecic area, either the hair is not re-growing due to a hair cycle issue (lesions are symmetrical, large areas, and not itchy), or the hair is falling out due to folliculitis: staphylococcus, demodicosis, dermatophytosis, atopic dermatitis, or other causes.
Up to scratch: Topical treatments for skin conditionsOctober 7, 2020Itchy skin conditions are high on the list of problems pet owners bring to veterinarians. Approximately 10 percent of cats and dogs suffer from some type of allergy.
Scratch that itch: The diagnosis, care, and feeding of the food-allergic catMay 8, 2020Diagnosing adverse food reaction is time-consuming, but, once determined, the control of clinical signs can be achieved with dietary management,
Pet King Brands receives TICA endorsementOctober 18, 2019Pet King Brands' ZYMOX Dermatology and Oratene Brushless Oral Care are the cat's meow, according to The International Cat Association (TICA). The group has just bestowed its highest level of endorsement, the Seal of Excellence, on two of the company's product lines. The news comes as Pet King Brands celebrates its 22nd year in business. "Pet King Brands is proud to earn TICA's and cat fanciers' trust of our ZYMOX and Oratene solutions for felines struggling with problematic ears, skin, or mouths," says company founder and president, Pamela K. Bosco. "TICA's endorsement will help cat fanciers around the world become more aware of these gentle, soothing products that first do no harm, and help all animals live healthier, happier lives." Founded in 1998, Pet King Brands uses a patented LP3 enzyme system in all its solutions, ranging from ear products to skin topicals to shampoo and conditioning rinse, and brushless oral care products.
Veterinarians urged to discuss skin health with clientsJuly 30, 2019Recent years have seen a rash of skin conditions in pets, and Zoetis is urging animal health professionals to speak up on the issue.