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What is Seborrhoea?

Dec 20, 2016 Audra Lynn

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Seborrhoea is a chronic skin disease that is characterized by excessive scale production and greasiness. What causes Seborrhoea? The cause is unknown, but affected dogs have accelerated basal cell turnover (keratinocytes). What breeds commonly suffer from Seborrhoea? Idiopathic Seborrhoea occurs in two types Primary Seborrhoea is an inherited disorder and is seen in several breeds of dogs including: Basset Hounds Cocker Spaniels Dachshunds Doberman Pinschers German Shepherd Dogs Irish Setters Labrador Retrievers Poodles Shar Peis Springer Spaniels West Highland Terriers 2. Secondary Seborrhoea occurs secondary to almost any other skin disease and can occur in any dog....