Rocky Mountain Veterinary Dermatology provides Veterinary Dermatology services to Northern Colorado. Our board certified dermatologist is Dr. Tim Strauss, DVM, DACVD.
Learn MoreA pet with uncomfortable ears may respond differently to ordinary touch. Avoid forcing an examination at home or repeatedly testing whether the area still hurts. Explain handling difficulties to the v...
Read moreGrooming should not turn into a painful attempt to remove every visible change. Skin discomfort, mats or fragile areas may require professional help and veterinary guidance. Tell the groomer about rel...
Read moreA shared household needs one clear version of a veterinary care plan. Multiple people may feed, groom or give medication, making accidental duplication or inconsistent routines possible. A simple reco...
Read moreA home-care plan should include guidance about when to contact the clinic and when urgent assessment is needed. Ask for these instructions for your pet's specific situation. Significant pain, rapid de...
Read moreWhen bathing forms part of a veterinary skin-care plan, the product and method should follow the instructions for that pet. Ask about practical details that are unclear rather than adapting advice fro...
Read morePhotographs can help document change, but they do not replace a veterinary examination. Use a clear image from a comfortable distance and, when possible, similar lighting and angle on different days. ...
Read moreA useful history separates observations from interpretations. Scratching, licking, rubbing and changes in sleep or activity can be described without labelling them as a particular allergy. Include per...
Read moreWhen ear signs return, an accurate record can help the veterinary team compare episodes. Include dates, the ear or ears affected, veterinary findings when known and the treatments actually used. Note ...
Read moreA complete product list includes more than prescribed medicines. Grooming products, supplements, parasite products and anything applied by another household member may be relevant to a veterinary disc...
Read moreWhen bathing forms part of a veterinary skin-care plan, the product and method should follow the instructions for that pet. Ask about practical details that are unclear rather than adapting advice fro...
Read moreWhen ear signs return, an accurate record can help the veterinary team compare episodes. Include dates, the ear or ears affected, veterinary findings when known and the treatments actually used. Note ...
Read moreA calendar may help reveal when signs seem to occur, improve or return. Record the observation without assuming that the season itself proves an allergy or identifies a trigger. Weather, indoor routin...
Read moreA follow-up visit is an opportunity to assess the actual response and any difficulties with the plan. Bring observations from ordinary days, not only the best or worst moment. Be honest about missed s...
Read moreGrooming should not turn into a painful attempt to remove every visible change. Skin discomfort, mats or fragile areas may require professional help and veterinary guidance. Tell the groomer about rel...
Read moreParasite products differ in their intended species, weight ranges and instructions. Discuss the appropriate plan with your veterinarian and use only a product suitable for the individual animal. A fam...
Read moreAn online description may list signs that resemble your pet's problem, but several conditions can produce overlapping appearances and behaviours. A label found through a search can make it tempting to...
Read moreGrooming should not turn into a painful attempt to remove every visible change. Skin discomfort, mats or fragile areas may require professional help and veterinary guidance. Tell the groomer about rel...
Read moreOrganised grooming equipment is easier to clean, identify and use as intended. Follow the manufacturer's care instructions and any specific veterinary advice relevant to your pet's condition. Separate...
Read moreEar concerns should be described in terms of what you have noticed, such as head shaking, rubbing or discomfort with handling. Different causes can look similar to an owner, and the veterinarian may n...
Read moreWhen bathing forms part of a veterinary skin-care plan, the product and method should follow the instructions for that pet. Ask about practical details that are unclear rather than adapting advice fro...
Read moreWhen bathing forms part of a veterinary skin-care plan, the product and method should follow the instructions for that pet. Ask about practical details that are unclear rather than adapting advice fro...
Read moreA shared household needs one clear version of a veterinary care plan. Multiple people may feed, groom or give medication, making accidental duplication or inconsistent routines possible. A simple reco...
Read moreA skin appointment is easier to prepare for when you bring a clear account of what you have noticed rather than a guessed diagnosis. Note when the problem first appeared, which areas are affected and ...
Read moreA grooming product should be chosen for the animal and the intended purpose, not for a reassuring marketing word alone. Terms such as natural or gentle do not establish that every ingredient is suitab...
Read moreEar concerns should be described in terms of what you have noticed, such as head shaking, rubbing or discomfort with handling. Different causes can look similar to an owner, and the veterinarian may n...
Read moreAn itch diary should be simple enough to maintain consistently. Use the same everyday description for scratching or licking and note when it affects rest, play or other normal activities. Short observ...
Read moreWhen ear signs return, an accurate record can help the veterinary team compare episodes. Include dates, the ear or ears affected, veterinary findings when known and the treatments actually used. Note ...
Read moreA useful history separates observations from interpretations. Scratching, licking, rubbing and changes in sleep or activity can be described without labelling them as a particular allergy. Include per...
Read moreAn ear-care plan is most manageable when you understand which product is used for which purpose and how the veterinarian wants it applied. Ask for a demonstration when appropriate and clarify what to ...
Read moreA home-care plan should include guidance about when to contact the clinic and when urgent assessment is needed. Ask for these instructions for your pet's specific situation. Significant pain, rapid de...
Read moreA complete product list includes more than prescribed medicines. Grooming products, supplements, parasite products and anything applied by another household member may be relevant to a veterinary disc...
Read moreWhen bathing forms part of a veterinary skin-care plan, the product and method should follow the instructions for that pet. Ask about practical details that are unclear rather than adapting advice fro...
Read moreChanges in a cat's grooming can be difficult to interpret because much of the behaviour may happen out of sight. Note what you actually see, any areas of hair change and whether the cat's normal routi...
Read moreChanges in a cat's grooming can be difficult to interpret because much of the behaviour may happen out of sight. Note what you actually see, any areas of hair change and whether the cat's normal routi...
Read moreA complete product list includes more than prescribed medicines. Grooming products, supplements, parasite products and anything applied by another household member may be relevant to a veterinary disc...
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