Winter Dog Skin Care

You would think that skin problems occur more frequently in the summer, as dogs with atopy may be suffering with the tree, weed and grass pollens and even house dust mites are more common during the humid months of July, August and September. However, there are still problems such as flea allergy dermatitis that can be seen more frequently in the winter, particularly if flea control is not optimal. Here is a video interview with well know vet (and Veterinary Dermatologist) of “Animal Hospital” fame, David Grant, discussing this and other skin problems encountered during the winter. Particularly exciting is the mention of a once a month oral treatment for fleas that kills all fleas within 2 hours. Please ring the surgery for more details.