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…

Zoetis has announced that Apoquel (oclacitinib), its treatment for atopic dermatitis and associated pruritis, will be available in palatable chew form in the UK next year, following the grant of a marketing authorisation.

Developed by Zoetis, Apoquel…

North Downs Specialist Referrals in Bletchingley has announced the expansion of its dermatology service with the appointment of ECVD diplomate Tatiana Lima.

Tatiana graduated from the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, Portugal in 2005.…

The BSAVA has published the fourth edition of its Manual of Canine and Feline Dermatology.

Under the direction of Hilary Jackson and Rosanna Marsella, the manual has been revised and updated to provide a resource focused on the clinically relevant aspects…

Researchers in the US have shown it is possible to detect skin conditions in dogs using canine activity trackers. 

The research was carried out by the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine Center for Outcomes Research and Epidemiology,…

Ceva Animal Health will be hosting Derma Day, a free online conference about the latest developments from the world of veterinary dermatology, on Thursday 28th October from 12:00 - 4:00pm.

Dr Natalie Marks DVM CVJ will present "Meeting the expectations…

Dechra Veterinary Products has published a new podcast for vets about treating animals with otitis. 

In the 15 minute podcast, Carolyn Kyte, a vet in general practice, talks to Natalie Barnard, a veterinary dermatology specialist from Highcroft Referrals…

Hampshire-based Anderson Moores has launched a full-time dermatology service after being joined by Hilary O’Dair, an RCVS advanced practitioner in small animal dermatology. 

Hospital director David Walker said: “Ewan Ferguson has been providing our…

Sue Paterson FRCVS, the RCVS and European Dermatology Specialist, Past-President of the BSAVA and founder of Virtual Vet Derms has launched PetDerm shampoo soap bars.

The new bars are designed specifically for owners who want a sustainable choice. They…

Virbac has announced that Cortavance, the topical steroid containing HCA, for the symptomatic treatment of inflammatory and pruritic skin disorders in dogs, is now licensed for the control of the symptoms associated with atopy.

Virbac says HCA targets specific…

Ceva Animal Health, maker of the Douxo S3 skincare range, is hosting a series of free dermatology CPD presentations delivered by Dr Tim Nuttall, RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology and Head of Dermatology at The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies…

Dechra has announced the return of Canaural, a treatment for otitis externa, to the veterinary market.

Canaural contains fusidic acid, framycetin and nystatin for their antibacterial and antifungal effects against the most common organisms associated with…

Dechra Veterinary Products has launched a two-tube pack of Osurnia, its gel treatment for otitis externa.

Until now, the treatment has only been available in 20 and 40 pack sizes. The new two-tube pack option offers clients a pre-packaged treatment course…

The Royal Veterinary College has had new research into the frequency and treatment of anal sac problems in dogs published in the Veterinary Record.

The authors say that study seeks to redress the lack of evidence-based information that has so far been…

Ceva Animal Health has launched Douxo S3 Pyo skincare pads for cats and dogs.

The pads contain ophytrium and chlorhexidine at 3%. Ophytrium is a purified natural ingredient from Ophiopogon japonicus which, Ceva says, strengthens the mechanical skin bar…

Zoetis has announced that the licence for Cytopoint (lokivetmab) has been extended to include the treatment of pruritus associated with allergic dermatitis in dogs.

Cytopoint is an injectable monoclonal antibody therapy for dogs that targets and neutralises…

Ceva Animal Health has Douxo Care Auricular Lotion, an ear cleaner to remove excess ear wax and debris from the ear canal and skin in cats and dogs.

Douxo Care Auricular Lotion can be used for routine ear cleaning and removal of ear wax and as an ear cleaner…

Bayer Animal Health has launched Neptra, its new single-dose, vet-applied treatment for canine otitis externa (OE).

Neptra contains florfenicol, an antibiotic which Bayer says is ideal for dealing with the Staphylococcus pseudintermedius found in the majority…

Ceva Animal Health has launched Douxo S3, a new range of skincare products for cats and dogs.

The range comprises four products: Calm, Seb, Pyo and Care. All four contain a new active ingredient derived from Ophiopogon japonicus called ophytrium, which…

Vet AI, which launched Joii, its remote veterinary consultation service earlier this year, is claiming that vets who diagnose common dermatological conditions remotely are as accurate as those who see the patient in person.

The company is making the claim…

Elanco Animal Health has launched the Osurnia Ear Health Hub, a canine otitis externa information and support resource for veterinary professionals.

The Osurnia Ear Health Hub includes information about the treatment of canine otitis externa from dermatologists…

Dechra Veterinary Products has announced the UK launch of Recicort (triamcinolone acetonide and salicylic acid; POM-V),  indicated for the treatment of otitis externa and for symptomatic treatment of seborrhoeic dermatitis of the auricle.

Dechra says…

The European Society of Veterinary Dermatology and European College of Veterinary Dermatology have announced that their co-organised congress will take place at the ACC Liverpool from the 26^th to the 28^th September 2019

This year the congress is being organised…