Dog and cat dermatologist at Mundelein Animal Hospital, Mundelein IL

Did you know that dogs and cats have allergies too? 

There are a number of skin disorders known to affect pets.  These disorders may be the result of an infectious or non-infectious disease, or an allergic reaction.  Atopic dermatitis is an itchy skin disease of dogs and cats.  In atopic dermatitis, an allergic reaction occurs when a pet inhales airborne substances (pollen, mold or house dust) or eats a substance to which they are sensitive.  The allergic reaction causes the animal to itch, resulting in rubbing, licking, biting or scratching.  The itching may be localized to certain areas or may be over their entire body.  Usually the feet, face, ears, armpits and front legs are affected.  If your pet also has a flea allergy, their rump, tail, groin and thighs are usually affected.

At Mundelein Animal Hospital, we see common dermatological conditions such as:

Skin conditions can only be diagnosed after more common hormonal abnormalities are excluded.  If your pet is exhibiting itchy skin symptoms, is suffering from alopecia (hair loss) or other skin conditions, please give us a call.  We will thoroughly examine your pet and discuss further diagnostic testing and treatment options with you.