Dogs React to Psoriasis, Other Conditions

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Russell Hartstein, Fun Paw Care Dog Training, Los Angeles

SOURCES:

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Deborah Silverstein, DVM, professor of emergency and critical care, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine.

Evan MacLean, PhD, director, Arizona Canine Cognition Center, University of Arizona.

Melissa Singletary, DVM, PhD, assistant director, Canine Performance Sciences program, Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine.

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Radhika Srivastava, MD, resident physician, dermatology, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Raelynn Farnsworth, DVM, interim associate dean for clinical programs, Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Russell Hartstein, psoriasis patient and certified dog behaviorist and trainer.

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