PetHelpful. Q: "My dog has red, irritated skin under his nostrils and started getting scabs under his mouth in the winter, ...

An unhealthy gut may cause your dog’s itchy skin, dull coat, or frequent hot spots. Research indicates that poor gut health is a hidden contributor to many skin and coat issues in dogs.

Laboratory experiments confirmed that interaction with dogs can change the expression of the interleukin-7 receptor gene in ...

Anything that irritates your dog's skin enough to make them scratch or ... while a hot spot at the ear might point to ear problems. Treating hot spots may involve shaving and cleaning the ...

New research published in Allergy indicates that certain environmental exposures may affect a child's risk of developing ...

Eczema is an itchy skin disorder caused by a combination of genetic and environmental effects, but little is known about how ...

Having a dog at home could help to prevent eczema in children who are genetically prone to the condition, a study suggests.