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Pemphigus in Dogs

Pemphigus is an autoimmune skin disorder involving damage to connections between skin cells.

Pemphigus is an autoimmune skin disorder involving damage to connections between skin cells. Type and severity guide immunosuppressive treatment.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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