Jackson and James are 5 year old, neutered male Cocker Spaniel-Poodle mixes. Every summer and fall for many years they have been getting itchy, inflamed “hot spots” on their rumps. The technical term for a “hot spot” is acute moist dermatitis. This is an inflamed, oozy spot on the skin that appears rapidly due to […]

• The Grapevine ADRC team is settled into our NEW location, in building 2 right next to our previous location.  We have more space, more exam rooms, and even a hydraulic table to lift heavy dogs for allergy testing! We’re very happy with the upgrade! • The Grapevine team has welcomed a new veterinary technician to […]

Coconut oil is a hot health trend right now, and it’s being used in everything from cooking to candles to facial moisturizers. Many ADRC clients mention that they’ve tried using coconut oil to relieve their dogs’ itchy skin, but didn’t see much help from it. While topical coconut oil has been shown to be beneficial […]

Chewbacca is a 2 year old MN Rhodesian Ridgeback whom visited Dr. Seals this spring with a history of progressive hair loss that started at 1 year of age. During the exam, hair loss was affecting the trunk, tail, base of ears, and the muzzle. Multiple crusts were noted on the abdomen. Antibiotics were prescribed […]

“When Poe started showing signs of allergies I was just going to my normal vet. They wanted to help him but just didn’t have the resources to do so. They referred me to ADRC. Dr. Seals was able to help figure out his food allergy over a couple months. Now on his new diet he is […]

Our newest specialist, Dr. Karen Ho, has started seeing Dermatology Patients in the Dallas location. She has been a hardworking and enthusiastic addition to the team! The new Grapevine building will be opening in late September. Address: 2700 W State Hwy 114 Building 2, Suite B Grapevine TX 76051 Dr. Seals, from the Dallas ADRC location, […]

Why do dogs get these skin infections? Compared to other companion animals, dogs seem to struggle the most with bacterial skin infections. Why do they get these skin infections? Dog skin is unique as it lacks a fatty plug that is present in other animals including humans. The most common isolated bacterium from dogs is […]

•   ADRC has hired another doctor! Dr. Karen Ho will be joining us in our Dallas location starting August 2018. She is an amazing addition to our team and you’re all going to love her! •   Construction on our new Grapevine building is proceeding well! We have walls, a roof, and windows…and we’re […]

“Max” is a 12-year-old, male neutered Labrador Mix who visited Dr. Gimmler in Dec 2017 for recurrent ear and skin infections since 8 years of age. His ears would improve with ear drops and steroids, but the infection would always come right back after stopping medications, especially the right ear. After cleaning a big chunk […]

Major, our beautiful and loving Irish Sitter, has one daunting health issue. Many “allergies” to grass and airborne pollen creating sore oozing foot pads. After lengthy efforts to cure Major with external treatments, he received complete allergy testing and a combination of medications including oral mouth drops from Dr. Gimmler of the Animal Dermatology Clinic […]