May 2026 in “Ukrainian journal of veterinary sciences” In this study, researchers found that parasitic dermatitis in dogs is predominantly caused by ectoparasites like fleas and mites, with flea allergy dermatitis being particularly prevalent, and noted that diagnosis typically relies on laboratory methods, while treatments involve insectoacaricidal drugs and prevention strategies.
May 2020 in “International journal of current microbiology and applied sciences” This case report describes a 3-year-old pug with mixed Demodicosis and Staphylococcal infections that recovered completely after two months of combined antiparasitic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory treatment, and supportive therapy.
November 2023 in “Veterinary Science and Medicine Journal” This case study describes a mixed breed dog with complex dermatitis caused by infections of Demodex sp, Sarcoptes scabiei, and Malassezia sp and reports that a combination of ivermectin treatment and sulfur shampoo improved the dog's symptoms after 14 days.
July 2024 in “Advancements in Life Sciences” This study, conducted in Basrah, Iraq, found that fungal infections were the most common cause of skin diseases in cats, followed by bacterial infections, parasitic infections, and alopecia.
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August 2017 in “Al-Qadisiah medical journal” This study found that eczema/dermatitis was the most common skin disease among patients at Al Husseiny Teaching Hospital's dermatology outpatient clinic.