Acrochordonous plaque in a Doberman Pinscher dog

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Dermatology
• Canine Pathology

Background:

• Acrochordonous plaques are uncommon skin growths.
• Doberman Pinschers, a dolichocephalic breed, are predisposed to certain dermatological conditions.

Observation:

• An 8-year-old, spayed female Doberman Pinscher presented with multiple, itchy, non-pigmented nodules coalescing into a plaque.
• The affected area was located in the lumbo-sacral region.

Findings:

• The case represents the first published photographic documentation of an acrochordonous plaque in a dolichocephalic dog.
• This is the first reported instance of this specific dermatological condition in Brazil.

Implications:

• This case expands the known photographic records of canine dermatological conditions.
• Highlights the importance of recognizing rare presentations in veterinary diagnostics.
• Contributes to the understanding of acrochordonous plaque distribution and presentation in dogs.