Concurrent Follicular Dysplasia and Interface Dermatitis in Boxer Dogs
June 2003
in “
Veterinary dermatology
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TLDR Boxer dogs may have a genetic skin condition that worsens seasonally and can be treated with certain medications.
The study described concurrent follicular dysplasia and interface dermatitis in 9 Boxer dogs, characterized by non-inflammatory alopecia, hyperpigmentation, and multifocal annular crusted lesions. Histopathological analysis confirmed interface dermatitis without autoimmune involvement. The conditions followed a recurrent, seasonal pattern, with one dog successfully treated using tetracycline, niacinamide, and melatonin. The findings suggested a possible genetic predisposition and a role of photoperiod in the syndrome's manifestation.
