Description

Canine pododermatitis is a common clinical presentation in small animal practice. It usually presents as paw licking and sometimes lameness with variable additional, non-specific clinical signs. It can greatly affect quality of life. With regard to aetiology , pododermatitis has much in common with otitis externa and is also a complex, multifactorial condition involving primary and secondary causes of inflammation with various predisposing and perpetuating factors. A careful systematic approach is required to identify possible all possible causes and factors and is essential to achieve a successful outcome. Many cases can be effectively managed with medical therapy but a surgical approach may be required for those cases with chronic irreversible changes. This webinar will review the causes and factors involved in pododermatitis and outline some of the medical and surgical treatment options available.