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Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS)

Skin and ear complications are among the most common reasons pets visit their primary veterinarian. Dermatologic disorders can often leave your pet feeling uncomfortable, which can be concerning for a pet owner. Symptoms such as scratching, licking, and general discomfort are typically associated with common dermatological issues. Other signs may include hair loss, scaling, crusting, red skin, or skin eruptions.

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.

Specialized Diagnostic Procedures We’re Able to Perform:

  • 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

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Dermatology & Allergy