Skin problems
Healthy skin helps your pet stay comfortable and pain-free. A common problem for both cats and dogs, skin issues may be caused by hormonal disorders, allergies, infections, or parasites like fleas or mites.
Signs of skin problems in your pet may include:
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Excessive scratching
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Scabs or scaling
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Bumps on the skin
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Bare patches
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Redness or inflammation
At Harpeth Hills Animal Hospital, we take skin problems seriously. In order to appropriately diagnose and treat your pet’s condition, we complete a thorough physical exam. Depending on the results of the exam or your pet’s symptoms, we may also use other diagnostic tools to ensure a correct diagnosis, such as: