You pet’s skin is the largest organ in their body, and can offer important clues about their overall health. At Henderson Animal Hospital, our veterinary team has experience in Dermatology. We have diagnosed and treated a large variety of skin conditions affecting dogs, cats, and other animals. We also know the typical things pets may get into contact with in the wide area around Winnipeg, that may cause skin irritation.
These common skin conditions include:
Allergies (common allergy triggers such as pollen, household chemicals, shampoos, foods, medication, dust, and mold)
Parasitic infections, including fleas, lice, and mites
Yeast infections
Fungal infections
Bacterial infections
Underlying medical conditions, including immunity issues and hormonal dysfunction
At our animal hospital, we have even seen animals develop skin problems as a result of stress, boredom, and environmental factors such as extreme cold or sunburns.
We welcome all dermatology related questions and concerns.
You should call us if you notice :
Dry flaky skin
Frequent licking, scratching, biting, or shaking
Lumps, bumps, swelling, non-healing wounds, scaly patches, or rashes on the skin
Areas of skin that appear red and irritated, with or without oozing blood and pus (“hot spots”)
Hair loss
Dull, unhealthy coat
Foul odour from the pet’s skin or coat
Skin discolouration
Signs of skin problems like these can be distressful and painful for your animal, so don’t hesitate to reach out to us.