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.