Mold mites (typically Tyrophagus putrescentiae) thrive in environments with high humidity and mold growth. These mites feed on mold spores and other organic matter, making mold-contaminated areas ideal habitats. Allergies to mold mites in companion animals often present as respiratory issues, dermatitis, or itching. The molds associated with mold mites are often the same molds […] Read more »
Tag: Pruritis
Atopic Dermatitis and Vitamin D
Published in Veterinary Record (1) is an interventional study on the effects of vitamin D supplementation on dogs with atopic dermatitis. Conclusion: Oral vitamin D decreased both pruritus and also acute and chronic skin lesions in dogs with AD. The improvement in the dogs with pruritus was significantly correlated with an increase in serum 25-OH-D3 […] Read more »