Allergies & Dermatology
Diagnosis and treatment for skin, coat, and ear conditions
Identifying the cause, not just managing the symptoms
Treatment plans explained clearly before anything is started
Ongoing support for pets with long-term skin conditions
Skin problems are frustrating for your pet and for you. The scratching, the licking, the recurring ear infections that seem to clear up and come back. We take the time to work out what's actually going on rather than just reaching for a short-term fix. That means fewer repeat visits and a pet that's genuinely more comfortable.
What we offer
Allergy assessment and management
Allergies in pets can be triggered by food, environment, or contact with certain materials. We'll work through the likely causes systematically, explain what we're looking for and why, and build a management plan that fits your pet's situation.
Skin infections and hot spots
Bacterial and fungal infections often develop secondary to an underlying problem. We treat the infection and look for what's driving it — so it's less likely to keep coming back.
Ear infections
Recurring ear infections are one of the most common signs of an underlying allergy. We examine the ear, identify the type of infection, and address both the immediate issue and the root cause where possible.
Why Caring Paws for skin and allergy care
We look for the cause, not just the symptoms
Steroids can make a pet feel better quickly, but they're not always the right long-term answer. We'll be upfront about when short-term relief is appropriate and when we need to dig deeper.
We'll explain everything before we start
Allergy workups can involve several steps. Before we recommend anything, we'll walk you through what the process looks like, what it's likely to cost, and what we're hoping to find out at each stage.
We take skin seriously
A constantly itchy or uncomfortable pet affects their quality of life significantly. We give dermatology cases the time they deserve — not a five-minute consult and a repeat prescription.
What to expect
We know bringing your pet for a vet visit might be scary. Here's how we make the process as clear and comfortable as possible.
History and examination
We'll ask detailed questions about when symptoms started, what they look like day to day, what your pet eats, and what their environment is like. Then we do a thorough skin and coat examination, including ears.
Diagnostics if needed
Depending on what we find, we may recommend skin scrapes, cytology, or allergy testing. We'll explain what each test tells us and what it costs before going ahead.
A clear treatment plan
You'll leave with a written plan — what we're treating, what we're trying to rule out, and what success looks like. No vague instructions or guesswork on your part.
Follow-up and adjustments
Skin conditions often take time to fully resolve. We'll check in on progress, adjust the plan if needed, and make sure you're not left managing things alone between visits.
Is your pet constantly scratching, licking, or shaking their head?
Let's work out what's going on and get them some relief.
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