Skin conditions such as hair loss, allergies, redness, crusts and scales can affect your pet’s coat, skin, nose, ears, paws and other body parts. These problems can underline a serious issue requiring the expert care we provide at Glen Oak Dog & Cat Hospital.
We check your pet’s skin to ensure good health.
Once we see your pet, we’ll obtain a complete medical history, and use the following to determine the cause of the problem:
- Physical examination
- Skin scraping
- Cat and dog skin testing
- Skin biopsies
- Laboratory tests
Skin Care Treatment Options
We can treat a variety of conditions including autoimmune diseases, bacterial infections, hereditary diseases and a variety of allergies. We’ll care for your pet through traditional, complementary and holistic medicine treating your pet’s ailments but also preventing future issues.
Treatment options include:
- Acupuncture
- Allergy testing and desensitization
- Antibiotics
- Antifungals
- Anti-parasite treatments
- Steroids
- Janus Kinase inhibitors
- Chinese herbal remedies