ATOPY
Atopy is a common allergic dermatitis of dogs, in which the
dog becomes sensitized to inhaled antigens in its
environment. They may be allergic to different outside
pollens, household dust, molds, mildew, and carpeting. The
skin and ears are the primary target organ for such allergies,
although some will have watery eyes and a runny nose. The
age of onset varies, but is most often 1-2 years of age.
These dogs are feet lickers, face rubbers and usually scratch
their chests and abdomens. Approx. 75% of dogs will have
recurrent ear infections, and secondary skin infections.
Treatment is directed toward minimizing the itchiness,
blocking the allergies, and medicating the secondary skin
changes.
Atopy is a common allergic dermatitis of dogs, in which the
dog becomes sensitized to inhaled antigens in its
environment. They may be allergic to different outside
pollens, household dust, molds, mildew, and carpeting. The
skin and ears are the primary target organ for such allergies,
although some will have watery eyes and a runny nose. The
age of onset varies, but is most often 1-2 years of age.
These dogs are feet lickers, face rubbers and usually scratch
their chests and abdomens. Approx. 75% of dogs will have
recurrent ear infections, and secondary skin infections.
Treatment is directed toward minimizing the itchiness,
blocking the allergies, and medicating the secondary skin
changes.
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