Filter results

• Demodex mites in dogs

  Demodex causes red, crusty skin, hair loss and a scaly coat, worst around the eyes and feet. Demodex is normally quite simple to diagnose but treatment can be challenging.

• Mange (sarcoptes mite) in dogs

  Mange is a skin condition caused by a mite called ‘Sarcoptes’. Mange is highly contagious, often caught by contact with an infected dog or fox.

• Lice in dogs

  Veterinary advice on louse infestations in dogs, including symptoms, treatment and prevention.

• Feline eosinophillic dermatitis

  Feline eosinophilic dermatitis is a skin problem in cats. There are three main types, which all affect different parts of the body.

• Hypothyroidism in dogs

  Hypothyroidism is a lack of thyroid hormones due to underactive thyroid glands. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include weight gain, low energy, and fur loss (alopecia).