Despite modern advances in flea control, flea allergy dermatitis continues to be the most common skin disease seen in general small animal practice. Practitioners and technicians must diffuse owners' belief that it is impossible for ectoparasites to exist on their pets.

Flea allergy dermatitis is the most common dermatologic disease of dogs. As a veterinary technician, you need to understand why managing flea bites is so improtant for allergic dogs—so you can relate this important information to clients.