How to prepare for your pet’s visit

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled appointment time of your first visit. You will be asked to fill out two forms, a client information form and a patient history form are provided here.

Your timely arrival will help the veterinary dermatologist remain on schedule, thus limiting your time and other client’s time in our office.

It is best if you avoid grooming your pet and administering antihistamines and/or steroids before your first visit to our office. Please discuss a safe withdrawal protocol with your pet’s family veterinarian or our office staff. If withdrawal from these medications is not possible due to severe reactions, do not worry, the veterinary dermatologist can discuss options during your first visit.

The veterinary dermatologist will review medical records provided by your pet’s family veterinarian and historical information regarding your perceptions of the dermatologic problem. A thorough examination and basic diagnostics will be performed so that therapy can be instituted. If necessary, advanced diagnostics will be recommended.

Appointments

• Office hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Doctor’s hours are by appointment only.
• Please have your veterinarian fax a copy of your pet’s pertinent medical records, such as tests results and medications used.
• Do not bathe your pet prior to your visit. Certain medications such as antihistamines, tranquilizers, or steroids may interfere with some tests such as intradermal allergy testing. You should check with this office about discontinuing certain medications which might interfere with tests prior to consultation.
• If you find it necessary to cancel your appointment, 24 hour notice is appreciated.
• Please do not feed your pet the morning of the appointment in case blood work or sedation is needed.