Dermatology
Seeing your dogs or cats scratching themselves occasionally over the course of a day is something that probably would not give you a reason to worry. How do you know when your pet does have a potential problem that needs to be treated? There are a number of visible signs that will help you recognize if your pet has a skin disorder including:
- Excessive licking, chewing, or scratching of the tail and hindquarters, or the face, feet, and ears
- Discoloration or redness of the skin
- Sensitivity to touch
- Dry, oily, or flaky skin
- Lumps underneath or on your pet’s skin
- Skin sores
- A bad odor coming from your pet’s skin
- Patchy hair loss, or a dull and dry looking coat
At Airport Veterinary Hospital, we believe that identifying the root cause of the skin disease is the key to determining the best course for treatment. Our dermatology services treat pets suffering from dermatitis, parasite infections, allergies, and more. Based on your pet’s diagnosis, we may recommend one or a combination of the following:
- Soothing Medicinal Baths
- Allergy Testing
- Flea Control
- Hot Spot Treatments
- Food Trials
If your pet is showing signs of a skin disorder, it’s important to schedule a visit at Airport Veterinary Hospital. The sooner we can assess your pet’s condition and make a diagnosis, the sooner your pet can feel relief. We provide dermatology services to pets in Alabaster, Calera, Montevallo, Helena, Clanton, Jemison, and everywhere in between.