Figure 1. Early atopic dermatitis in a pruritic dog with erythema of the ventral neck. Regular use of a topical soothing and emollient product could alleviate the pruritus and inflammation. This could reduce the need for more potent systemic medication, thereby reducing costs and the risk of adverse effects. There is no evidence of bacterial or Malassezia sp. infection, therefore an anti-bacterial/anti-fungal product is not required.

Topical therapy in canine atopic dermatitis: new products

There are three main factors to consider when choosing a topical therapy product. First, the active ingredients should be appropriate for the patient's skin condition. Next, the choice of the...