Guide to Skin and Haircoat Problems in Dogs (Paperback)

by Lowell Ackerman (Author)

Editorial Reviews

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"I heartily recommend this book to owners and breeders alike." -- (Heather Seigel, Good Dog!)

"It covers hundreds of skin problems, offers a glossary of terms and suggests treatments and preventive measures." -- (Pet Age Magazine) (Pet Age Magazine)

"The information furnished is easily understood by the lay-person, yet provides a quantity of technical information for the professional." -- (Benise Olejniczak, Lhasa Apso Reporter)

"This book would be an excellent addition to any library...the conscientious breeder as well as the canine professional." -- Denise Olejniczak for the Lhasa Apso Reporter

"…jampacked with vital information that every dog owner and breeder will find invaluable." -- (The Flatiron Press)

Product Description
Have you ever found a skin tumor on your dog? Been worried about a rash that won't go away? Frustrated trying to get a sparse, lifeless coat into show condition? Forty percent of all veterinary visits are prompted by skin problems. This valuable reference guide will help you identify problems and determine when to go to the vet. The author thoroughly describes causes, symptoms and treatments for a wide variety of conditions. He covers everything from parasite and immune-related conditions to tumors, infections, allergies, and breed specific problems. Find answers, take effective action, and be able to communicate clearly with your vet with the help of this detailed work.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Alpine Publications (January 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0931866650
• ISBN-13: 978-0931866654
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #547,209 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Helped me keep my sanity while helping my best friend!, July 12, 2000

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This is one of the more recent and thorough books on skin problems in dogs. Incidentally, skin problems are the most common problem for canines. The book is laid out like an encyclopedia by technical name of problem. It shows pictures of severe cases of many problems, and lists the most common problems by breed. The useful appendices allow you to cross reference your information to be sure you've uncovered all that you can.

Although I would never try to diagnose my own pet, while getting to the root of my Labrador's skin problem (which was a series of severe inhalant allergies), it helped me check up on my vet, ask intelligent questions, and find a fantastic specialist to finally relieve his symptoms. I have broken in the binder on this book as I refer to it constantly, and have many friends call to have me help them find information.