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Atopic dermatitis in dogs

A chronic, inherited allergic skin disease triggered by environmental allergens such as pollen, dust mites or mould. It causes intense itching, redness and recurrent skin and ear infections, and often needs lifelong management.

9 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Atopic dermatitis, including Golden Retriever, Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 12.0 to 14.6 years.

Atopic dermatitis in dogs: quick facts

Type
skin condition
Breeds affected
9 of the 155 breeds we track
Severity (as scored)
Standard hereditary condition

Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Atopic dermatitis is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.

Breeds commonly associated with Atopic dermatitis (9), ranked by health score

93
Shiba Inu14.6 yr · small
84
Welsh Terrier13.8 yr · small
80
Dalmatian13.2 yr · large
80
West Highland White Terrier13.4 yr · small
79
Golden Retriever13.2 yr · large
74
Bichon Frise12.5 yr · small
70
American Staffordshire Terrier12.5 yr · medium
67
Airedale Terrier12.0 yr · large
67
Staffordshire Bull Terrier12.0 yr · medium

Related skin conditions

Otitis externaSkin fold dermatitisAllergiesDemodectic mangeAlopeciaAlopecia XAutoimmune skin diseaseCheyletiella dermatitis

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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.