Cushings

Hyperadrenocorticism or Cushing’s is a disorder of excessive cortisol secretion by the adrenal glands. Cortisol is a product released by the adrenals at times of stress to help the body cope with the physiological or emotional demands required.

Does your dog have itchy, red , irritated skin?

They may be suffering from a food allergy.

Food allergies account for about 10% of all the allergies seen in dogs and cats.

Just like people, dogs can suffer seasonal allergies to things such as pollen, dust mites, plants, and insect bites/stings. Skin allergies tend show up as itchiness, redness, and/or moist areas. These usually occur around the ears, feet, face, armpits, and genital regions as these are areas that have thin skin or a lot of contact with the environment.

Atopy is one of the most common forms of skin allergy in dogs.