CVS Equine practices are undertaking a collaborative clinical study to improve our understanding about the clinical signs and aetiology of equine pastern dermatitis (EPD).

Despite being a common disease, CVS says very little research has been undertaken…

Dechra is hosting a one-hour canine otitis externa webinar at 7:00pm on Wednesday 31st July to share practical tips on otitis externa, how to choose the right treatments and the latest guidelines for using antibiotics responsibly.

The ‘Ear essentials…

In tandem with the launch of Cortotic, a corticosteroid-only, antimicrobial-free treatment for the clinical signs associated with canine otitis externa, Virbac is hosting a free webinar at 7:30pm on Tuesday 10th September 2024.

'Otitis Externa: Understanding…

Nutravet has launched Nutraotic, a range of ear cleaning products designed to address common ear health issues in pets.

The Nutraotic range includes ear wipes and an ear cleaner, both formulated to provide anti-fungal and anti-bacterial support while moisturising…

Nutravet has launched Nutraotic Ear Essential Oil, a 'natural' product claimed to provide anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory support.

Nutraotic contains grapeseed oil, cinnamon, oregano, clove and lemongrass, a formulation which…

Krka has launched Otomicol ear drops and cutaneous suspension for the treatment of otitis externa and primary and secondary infections of the skin and adnexa¹.

Otomicol contains miconazole nitrate, prednisolone acetate and polymyxin B.

The product targets…

Zoetis has published a technical bulletin for veterinary professionals on the responsible use of parasiticides in dermatology.

The guidance was written by Hany Elsheikha, Head of the European Scientific Counsel for Companion Animal Parasites (ESCCAP).

HT Vista has launched HT Vista Academy, a free online learning platform designed to provide extensive support, education, and resources to users of its cancer screening device.

The new platform offers video tutorials, podcasts, webinars, scientific studies…

Dechra is conducting a survey of vets about otitis externa in dogs, and there's a Fortnum's hamper up for grabs.

The five-minute survey includes questions on the number of otitis externa cases seen in practice, consultation times, common compliance…

Elanco has launched Zenrelia (ilunocitinib), a once-daily tablet for pruritic dogs with atopic dermatitis, flea allergy dermatitis, food allergies and contact allergies, which the company claims is 45% more effective than Apoquel.

Zenrelia is a new JAK in…

A group from The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has developed new evidence-based antimicrobial use guidelines for treating canine pyoderma.

The guidelines, which are the result of a collaboration between veterinary dermatologists, clinical microbiologists…

Nutravet has launched Nutramed, a hypochlorous antimicrobial spray and gel for cleaning minor wounds in all animals. 

The company says Nutramed kills over 99.9% of known bacteria and fungal spores whilst being safe and gentle enough for use on sensitive…

A new study led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has verified that lop-eared rabbits are more prone to hidden and potentially painful ear disease.

The College says the findings address evidence gaps from previous research and highlight the importance…

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate has authorised Numelvi (atinvicitinib) tablets for the treatment of pruritus associated with allergic dermatitis in dogs.

The maker, MSD Animal Health, says Numelvi is "the first and only “second-generation” Janus kinase…

Dechra has announced that DuOtic, its new antibiotic-free, long-acting ear gel for the management of otitis externa associated with Malassezia pachydermatis in dogs, will launch in the UK in March.

DuOtic contains terbinafine, an antifungal, and betamethasone…

Krka has launched an otitis externa management flowchart for veterinary teams, developed in collaboration with RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology, Professor Tim Nuttall.

Designed to help veterinary teams make clearer, more confident clinical decisions…

A study published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science, has identified a gene called SLAMF1 that significantly increases the risk of developing canine atopic dermatitis in 71% of French Bulldogs and 40% of Boxers.

The research was carried out by scientists…

Vetoquinol, distributor of the Phovia light system, is highlighting a new study in Veterinary Dermatology which concluded that fluorescent light energy reduces the time to clinical resolution, increases the resolution rate and minimises the need for antibiotics…

Virbac has launched Cortotic, a corticosteroid-only treatment for the clinical signs associated with canine otitis externa, without an antimicrobial.

Cortotic contains hydrocortisone aceponate (HCA), a diester glucocorticosteroid to reduce inflammation…

Virbac has launched Pyoderm, an anti-bacterial and anti-fungal dermatological shampoo for dogs and cats.

Containing 3% m/v Chlorhexidine, Pyoderm is designed to support the natural microbial balance of the skin whilst delivering gentle yet effective cleansing…

Dechra has launched a range of resources to provide veterinary professionals and owners with education, tips and support to achieve better clinical outcomes and owner satisfaction for dogs with otitis externa.

The 'Lifelong Ear Partnership' resources,…

A new study¹ published in Scientific Research has concluded that Vetoquinol's Phovia fluorescent light energy (FLE) therapy system can improve the quality of life for dogs with skin conditions, and their owners.

Phovia, which was launched in the UK last…

Zoetis has added a dermatology application to its Vetscan Imagyst, which promises to reduce the time it takes GP veterinary surgeons to analyse skin samples by as much as half.
The new Vetscan Imagyst AI dermatology application analyses impression smears…

Zoetis has announced that all UK veterinary wholesalers have been supplied with stocks of the new chewable form of Apoquel (oclacitinib).

Apoquel chewable tablets were approved by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) in November 2021.

Apoquel Chewable…

Animalcare has launched Hydrocortisone Cutaneous Spray Solution (Hydrocortisone Aceponate 0.584 mg/ml), a topical spray for the symptomatic treatment of inflammatory and pruritic dermatoses and the alleviation of clinical signs associated with atopic…