Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

What is homeopathy?
Homeopathy is a distinct philosophy of medicine that has its roots in eighteenth century Germany, and subsequently spread to Europe, India, Australia, South America, the United States, and Canada. The underlying basis of homeopathy is the principle that ‘like cures like’, or that a substance that is capable, [...]

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Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

Atopic dermatitis (atopy,) commonly referred to as “allergies” by pet owners, is the most common skin disorder diagnosed in dogs in many areas of the US.

Atopic dermatitis is a genetic disease in which the dog becomes sensitized to environmental proteins called allergens. Breeds commonly affected include West Highland White Terriers, [...]

Contributed by, Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

I was recently asked the following question by a reader of my weekly newspaper column. It seems that the reader has a dog with demodectic mange and wanted to know which supplements she could use to boost the pet?s immune system while she undergoes the dipping regimen recommended by her [...]

Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM

Few skin diseases cause as much concern among pet owners as occurs when mange is diagnosed. In years past, mange was often a death sentence for many pets, as there were no good foolproof treatments, and those few that were tried are very toxic to pets. Fortunately mange is now [...]