Tag Archives: Atopic Dermatitis

Atopy: Atopica Or Dermatologist?

Erin writes:  My sister has an 8 year old spayed female golden retriever mix who exhibits most of the signs of Atopy that you mention, particularly rubbing her face on the ground, and has since she was about a year old. We’ve taken her to multiple veterinarians, who’ve prescribed everything from steroids to medicated shampoos [...]

Atopy Or Atopic Dermatitis In Dogs

Atopy, Atopic Dermatitis, or Allergic Inhalant Dermatitis is a condition affecting 10% of dogs. Atopy is very much like hayfever in people. Both species inhale pollen, dust, molds, house dust mites or other allergens, then have an allergic reaction. The difference is what dermatologists call the “shock organ,” or reactive part of the body. In [...]