Autoimmune skin disease in dogs
A condition where the immune system attacks the skin, causing blisters, sores, crusting or hair loss, often around the face, nose and paws. It can be uncomfortable and usually needs long-term treatment to control.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Autoimmune skin disease, including Chow Chow. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 12.1 to 12.1 years.
Autoimmune skin disease in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- skin condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 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, Autoimmune skin disease 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 Autoimmune skin disease (1), ranked by health score
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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.