In this new program of Patito to the Air, María José Guerrero of Can Xiu Xiu, interview the Dr. Carlos Vich, expert in veterinary dermatology, explains us in depth all what have to know on this subject.
Carlos Vich initiated his passion by the
veterinary dermatology from youngster, when the dogs of his family suffered problems of skin without a clear solution. His curiosity spent it to specialise and nowadays is an international referent in the diagnostic and treatment of pathologies dermatológicas in animals.
If the dogs and cats could speak, definitely would express the fundamental that is for them a healthy skin.
Carlos explains, the importance of the skin like protective organ, representing 25% of the corporal weight of an animal. The cutaneous conditions can generate from slight annoyances until grave problems that affect his quality of life and the convivencia in the home.
THANKS TO the advances in veterinary dermatology, today exist effective and new treatments that allow to improve significantly the cutaneous health of the animals. Among them, the tricograma has turn a key tool to diagnose follicular illnesses and hormonales with big precision.
During the interview, the Dr. Vich also denies one of the most common myths on the bath in pets. "Bathe frequently to the animals is not hurtful, whenever they use suitable products", affirms. In fact, a correct hygiene can warn infections and improve a lot of cutaneous conditions.
The allergies and illnesses dermatológicas in pets have augmented in the last years, partly because of environmental and genetic factors. Races like the Bulldog French, the West Highland White Terrier and the Pomerania are especially liable to suffer conditions of the skin. The key to treat them is in an early diagnostic, suitable treatments and a nutrition balanced with essential supplements.
Carlos also shares some cases impactantes of his career, from an allergic dog to the flour that lived in a bakery, until a patient that lost all his nails because of an illness autoinmune. These histories reflect the importance of a good diagnostic and skilled treatment.
Carlos Vich concludes with a key reflection: "The veterinary dermatology is advancing to steps enlarged. Every time we have better treatments and diagnostics, but the prevention keeps on being fundamental".
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