Treating Cat & Dog Allergies in Carmel, IN

Pets can develop a wide range of skin conditions despite a thick coat of fur. In fact, their fur makes an ideal home for parasites and bacteria, both of which contribute to a range of pet dermatology conditions. Cat & dog allergies such as pollen, dander, and mites also get caught in the hair follicles and irritate the skin. At Clayton Family Veterinary Care in Carmel, we use diagnostic technology to first properly diagnose your pet’s skin condition so we can treat it accurately and efficiently. Call (317) 218-3142 to schedule an appointment for your pet!

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Pet Dermatology:
Common Skin Conditions and Symptoms

Cat & dog allergies and dermatology issues can cause a lot of irritation and discomfort so your pet may be a bit out of sorts. The sooner we treat your pet’s skin disorder, the sooner they can get back to their regular selves. Effective treatment, though, requires effective diagnostics by a veterinarian.

If you notice any of the following, it could be a sign of a skin condition:

  • Excessive scratching and licking
  • Hair loss
  • Dandruff
  • Red inflamed skin
  • Dry, patchy skin
  • Skin lesions and infections

Skin conditions can stem from a number of issues. Some common ones include:

  • Atopic dermatitis
  • Flea allergy dermatitis
  • Ear mites
  • Pet allergies (environmental, food, seasonal)
  • Lick granulomas
  • Demodectic mange
  • Hot spots
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Diagnosis and Treatments

For diagnosing your pet’s skin condition, we use our diagnostic technology that helps us rule out other health issues that can cause similar symptoms. We will perform blood tests, allergy tests, cytology (examination of skin cells), fungal cultures and more to determine the exact cause so we can develop an exact treatment. Depending on your pet’s diagnosis, we may suggest any of the following treatment options:

  • Allergy shots (such as Cytopoint)
  • Medication (such as Apoquel)
  • Antibiotics
  • Food allergy trials

Additionally, our veterinarians may recommend medicated shampoos and/or topical treatments to manage symptoms until treatment takes effect.

Once we begin treatments, it will take some time for the symptoms to be controlled. Furthermore, depending on the condition, your pet may require regular medication. Call us at (317) 218-3142 or make an appointment online. We’ll be happy to discuss all your pet’s options in detail during your appointment so we can establish the best treatment plan for both them and you!

I was so happy to see Dr Ross Clayton again. He is just the best vet ever. This new practice is wonderful. He always knows what I am going to ask and explains things so well."

-Catherine L.

The Clayton's are a family that truly care about your pet as if they were their own. I highly recommend you check them out"

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Dr. Ross Clayton is the most caring, knowledgeable vet we could have asked for! He has taken amazing care of our dogs since 2003!"

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Dr. Clayton has been caring for my family's dogs for many years with exceptional knowledge, care and compassion. He's shown time and again his willingness to explore the best options for keeping our loved ones healthy and vital."

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We love Dr. Clayton! We’ve been through a lot together! Our family has had as many as 3 labs at once. We’ve had them as puppies and seniors. We lost our oldest recently and Dr. Clayton helped us through it. He’s caring and knowledgeable. We HIGHLY recommend him!"

-Martha F.

The precise genuine care for our pets and our family as a whole sets Dr. Ross Clayton and his wife Dr. Anne Clayton apart. We appreciate their attention to detail and prompt assistance. We have had the gentle care from this family for many many years. They have shared our enthusiasm as we brought home new puppies and through the end of the life of our beloved seniors. We can’t wait for the grand opening! Best wishes Clayton Family Veterinary Care!"

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