what is pemphigus disease in dogs
Pemphigus foliaceus (PF) is the most common autoimmune disease in dogs. It is characterized by pustules, ulcers and crusts (scabs) developing on the canineâs skin surface. Pemphigus foliaceus is an autoimmune skin disease that typically begins in middle age dogs. Pemphigus foliaceus usually starts off as small, red patches, which quickly become pustules (pus filled blisters) and burst open. Thick crusts (scabs) form after the pustules bursts.