What is the most common allergic skin disease in dogs?

Canine atopic dermatitis is an allergic skin condition in dogs that causes itching, which can lead to redness, fur-loss, rough or damaged skin. Canine atopic dermatitis (cAD) is an allergic skin condition which affects at least 10% of dogs and is a common cause of long-term itching. cAD, or simply atopy as it is often known, is the dog version of 'eczema' in people. Several different breeds have been shown to be more likely to develop cAD, including Labrador and Golden retrievers, English Springer spaniels, Hungarian Vizlas, Basset hounds, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Boxers, Chinese Shar Pei, West Highland white terriers, Bull terriers, French Bulldogs, Bichon Frisé and Tibetan terriers. Canine atopic dermatitis (cAD) is a complex condition, which doesn't occur the same way in every dog, particularly between dogs of different breeds. Symptoms of cAD (also referred to as clinical signs) include itchy skin, which may or may not look red or inflamed, and in severe cases the dogs affected skin may become damaged from scratching, become rough or scaly, and they may lose their fur in that area.

Atopic dermatitis is the most common allergic skin disease in dogs. Some of the most common skin disorders in dogs include bacterial skin infections, environmental allergies and parasite allergies. If you do notice any behaviour or skin conditions that seem out of the ordinary, it’s important to bring your dog to the vet for a check up. You may find your pet itches specifically after mealtimes, during a particular season or if you’ve recently done any housework, all of which can indicate an underlying skin allergy or atopic dermatitis. Skin problems in dogs are more common during the warmer seasons, which is when seasonal allergies are more likely. It’s important to pay attention to any skin conditions your dog suffers from, even if they appear relatively minor. A dog’s skin condition can range from mild to severe. Many skin conditions require professional treatment to resolve and keep from getting worse. In fact, when a skin disease is left untreated for a while, the condition can often become complicated and significantly more serious. For example, an allergic reaction may become secondarily infected with bacteria, or a bacterial infection may also become infected with yeast.