Overview

At Animal Republic Veterinary Hospital and Emergency , we understand how important healthy skin is for your pet’s overall health and happiness. Skin diseases are common in dogs and cats, ranging from mild irritations to severe conditions requiring specialized care. Our skilled veterinary team is equipped to diagnose and treat a wide variety of dermatological issues, ensuring your pet’s comfort, health, and quality of life.

Common Types of Skin Diseases

• Allergic Dermatitis: Often triggered by environmental allergens like pollen, dust mites, or mold, as well as food allergies. This condition causes itching, redness, and discomfort, requiring early diagnosis and treatment.
• Ear Infections: Frequently linked to underlying skin issues. Pets with allergies or excessive moisture in their ears are prone to infections that cause pain, swelling, and discharge.
• Skin Infections: Bacterial, fungal, or yeast infections often develop from scratching or biting at irritated skin. Symptoms include redness, hair loss, and foul odors, necessitating prompt treatment.
• Immune-Mediated/Autoimmune Dermatoses: Conditions where the immune system attacks the skin, causing ulcers, inflammation, or severe lesions. These often require long-term, specialized care.
• Ectoparasites: Flies, mosquitoes, ticks, mites, and fleas can irritate the skin and transmit diseases. Flea allergy dermatitis is a common issue, requiring targeted treatments to alleviate discomfort.     
• Skin Cancer: Tumors such as mast cell tumors, melanomas, or squamous cell carcinomas can affect your pet’s skin. Early detection through thorough exams and diagnostic tools like biopsies is essential for effective treatment.

Dermatology Services We Provide

• Allergy Testing: Pinpointing environmental and food allergens to tailor treatment plans.
• Ear Disease Management and Video Otoscope: Comprehensive care for chronic ear issues, including deep ear cleaning and visualization with advanced equipment.
• Treatment of Chronic Skin Disease: Long-term management of recurring or persistent skin conditions to improve your pet’s quality of life.
• Food Allergy Treatment: Developing specialized dietary plans to address food-related allergies contributing to skin issues.
• Skin Cancer Treatment: Surgical removal of tumors, cryotherapy, or chemotherapy options to manage skin cancers effectively.
• Flea and Flea Allergy Treatment: Effective control and treatment of flea infestations and related allergic reactions.
• Impression Smear Cytology: Identifying cells and microorganisms present in skin lesions to diagnose infections or other conditions.
• Skin Scraping: Detecting external parasites like mites or fungal infections.
• Skin Biopsy: Collecting tissue samples to diagnose complex conditions, including autoimmune diseases and skin cancer.                
• Immunotherapy: Customized allergy desensitization therapy to manage chronic allergic dermatitis. This involves gradually exposing your pet to allergens to reduce their immune system’s overreaction.