If you notice that your pet is persistently displaying any of the following symptoms, allergies or other dermatological conditions could be to blame. Please schedule an appointment with us soon.
- Relentless scratching, itching, licking, or chewing on oneself (can often cause hot spots)
- Hair, feather, or scale loss
- Constantly rubbing on floor or furniture
- Signs of an ear infection:
- Ear Scratching
- Head Shaking
- Odor in the Ear
- Redness & Swelling of the Ear
- Ear Discharge
- Scabs, sores, blisters, or rashes indicating irritated skin
- Sneezing or reverse sneezing
- Scooting
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weight Loss
Professional Allergy Testing & Dermatology Services
We work with Heska Lab Testing Services to provide accurate and timely diagnosis of any environmental allergies. A complete list of environmental allergens detectable by this test can be found here.
On a case-by-case basis, we may treat your pet’s allergy or skin condition with any of the following, many of which can be obtained from our reliable in-house pharmacy:
- Immunotherapy (aimed at decreasing your pet’s sensitivity to specific allergens)
- Antihistamines (reducing the symptoms caused by allergens)
- Prescription diets (eliminating ingredients that may be causing allergic reactions)
- Topical medications
- Antibiotics
- Anti-inflammatories
- Specialty grooming products like shampoos (can help control dry skin or relieve and soothe itching, for example)
- Parasite treatments and preventatives (such as flea & tick products)