More and more pet owners are seeking veterinary attention for their pets’ skin problems and/or allergies. Skin problems are a very common occurrence for our pets, and we offer advanced diagnostic and treatment options for skin disorders and allergies.

Your pet might be exhibiting some of the signs of a skin condition or allergy, such as:

  • Continuous scratching
  • Face rubbing
  • Excessive licking of feet, legs and belly region
  • Itchiness (pruritus) and/or flaking of your pet’s skin and/or coat
  • Visible hair loss
  • Unpleasant or unusual skin and/or ear odor
  • Unusual discharge from eyes, nose, and/or ears
  • Skin lumps and/or redness
  • Feather plucking or balding

If you notice any of the above symptoms, we encourage you to bring your dog, cat, or exotic pet in for a thorough evaluation. There are many possible skin conditions and allergies that we can consider and/or test for, including:

  • Adverse food reactions
  • Allergies
  • Bacterial skin infections
  • Compulsive skin disorders
  • Diseases of the ears, nose, and lips
  • Endocrine (hormonal) skin disorders
  • Fungal and yeast infections
  • Immune-mediated diseases
  • Metabolic disorders
  • Nutrition-related skin diseases
  • Parasitic skin disorders
  • Problems of the paws, claws, and footpads
  • Skin cancers
  • Viral skin disorders

If you have any questions about our services, please contact us today at (239) 482-6897.