Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS)

Pets are vulnerable to a wide range of skin conditions, including allergies, ectoparasites, bacterial and fungal infections, hereditary and congenital diseases, autoimmune skin disorders, endocrine (hormonal) imbalances, and even skin cancer. Veterinary dermatologists also specialize in managing chronic or severe ear infections, as well as conditions affecting the footpads, nasal planum (the leathery part of the nose), and nails.
Why Your Pet Might Need to See a Dermatologist
Many skin diseases share similar symptoms, with only subtle differences in appearance and history. Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists’ team of board-certified dermatologists are trained to recognize these distinctions and develop a personalized diagnostic and treatment plan in collaboration with your primary veterinarian, who provides valuable insight into your pet’s history. We are committed to using the latest technology at our state-of-the-art facility in diagnosing and managing your pet’s health.
Intradermal allergy testing
Allergen-specific immunotherapy
Bacterial and fungal cultures
Cytology
Deep ear flush (middle ear cleaning with video-otoscopy)
Endocrine (hormone) function and stimulation testing
Food trial plans
Fungal disease testing
Laser (CO2) - surgery of skin or ear masses
Serum allergy testing
Skin biopsies
Skin scraping
Tissue culture
Biopsy of ear canal masses