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• Skin allergies in dogs

  Atopic dermatitis (atopy) is an allergy to something in the environment (such as pollen, moulds, grass or dust mites).

• Ringworm in dogs

  Despite its name, ringworm is not a worm; it’s a fungal infection of the skin. It’s also known as ‘dermatophytosis’.

• Itchy ears and head shaking in dogs

  Has your dog been shaking his/her head more than usual? Head shaking shouldn’t be ignored because it can indicate many different problems, usually related to the ears.

• How to clean a dog’s ears

  Always speak to your vet before cleaning your dog’s ears to make sure they don’t need any medication beforehand.

• Parasites in dogs

  Mites and lice are tiny parasites that like to live on dogs (and other species). They damage the skin by biting or burrowing and often cause intense irritation.