Dermatology
Allergen Immunotherapy for Canine Atopic Dermatitis: An Update
Learn how allergen immunotherapy is used to treat environmental hypersensitivities by shifting the canine patient’s abnormal immune response toward a state of tolerance.
About the Author
Dr. Austel is an assistant clinical professor of veterinary dermatology at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery. The past 24 years of her career have been dedicated to dermatology in academic and private practice settings in Europe and the U.S. Her clinical research interest focuses on canine atopic dermatitis and feline atopic skin syndrome. Her family includes 5 furry children, 3 of which have severe allergies.