Cheshire Veterinary Dermatology

14/10/2026

Spice Update - 5 Weeks into Treatment.
Five weeks ago, we shared Spice's story after she was diagnosed with ringworm caused by a Trichophyton species. Since then, her owners have been keeping us updated with regular photographs so we can monitor her progress from home.
At this stage, progress has been slower than we would ideally like to see. There is some hair regrowth visible in the affected areas, but it remains minimal at present.
When skin has been affected for a long period of time, it can become significantly thickened and damaged. In cases like Spice's, even when the infection is responding to treatment, it can take many weeks or even several months before the skin returns to a healthier state and more substantial hair regrowth occurs.
Whilst the changes are subtle, it's encouraging to see signs of new hair growth starting to come through. Recovery from chronic skin disease is often a gradual process and currently we'll continue to monitor her progress.

13/10/2026

Meet Hugo!
Yesterday, Hugo was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis after a thorough investigation into the cause of his itchiness.
This diagnosis has been a journey for both Hugo and his owners. Together, we've carefully worked through every possible cause, ruling out parasites, completing a food trial, and treating and controlling secondary infections when they flared up. Now, we finally have some answers.
Yesterday, we received the results of Hugo's allergy testing, which identified the specific grass pollen he's allergic to. The photo attached shows Hugo undergoing his intradermal allergy test, which helped us identify the environmental allergens contributing to his skin disease.
The good news is that we can now order a bespoke allergen-specific vaccine designed just for Hugo. This immunotherapy works by gradually retraining his immune system to become less reactive to the allergens that trigger his symptoms, helping to reduce itchiness and improve his quality of life over time.
We're looking forward to seeing how Hugo gets on with the next stage of his treatment journey.

10/10/2026

09/10/2026

08/10/2026

Meet Dave.
Dave has been battling chronic pododermatitis for a long time. Unfortunately, medical treatment alone cannot always reverse the changes that develop in some patients.
After addressing the factors we can manage medically, including controlling inflammation and helping Dave with weight loss, we were still left with a painful pseudopad that was making walking difficult and affecting his quality of life.
Earlier this year, we performed CO₂ laser surgery on Dave's right foot, and last week it was time to treat the left. The aim of surgery is to remove the abnormal tissue, reduce discomfort, and help improve long-term function.
Dave will now undergo regular dressing changes under the care of his primary vet, while we continue to monitor his progress closely.
We wish Dave a smooth recovery and look forward to seeing how he gets on over the coming weeks

07/10/2026

Earlier this year, we introduced Danny, who came to see us for treatment of his chronic interdigital cysts.
Danny was back with us again this week, and we thought it was a good opportunity to highlight that interdigital cysts are often the result of several contributing factors rather than a single underlying problem.
As we've mentioned before, factors such as allergies, body weight, orthopaedic problems and conformation can all play a role. To achieve the best possible control, each of these factors needs to be identified and managed as effectively as possible.
Danny's owner has been doing a fantastic job managing any flare-ups as they occur, and Danny remains on treatment to help keep infection and inflammation under control. While he still requires ongoing management, we're happy with the progress he has made.
One of the biggest successes has been Danny's weight loss. His owner has done an amazing job helping him shed those extra kilograms, which will not only help reduce pressure and trauma on his feet but will also benefit his overall health and wellbeing in countless other ways.

06/10/2026

Have a first-hand look inside Ava’s ear !
Yesterday we saw the lovely Ava for investigation of her persistent ear disease. The primary cause of her ear problems has already been diagnosed as allergies, but controlling the allergy is only one part of the process.
In this video, you can see us carefully removing as much of the debris, wax and infected material from the ear canal as possible. Thorough cleaning is a vital part of treatment, as bacteria, yeast and inflammatory debris left behind can act as perpetuating factors and make it much harder for infection and inflammation to fully resolve, increasing the risk of recurrence.
The ear canal is a long, L-shaped structure, which means debris can become trapped deep within the canal where medications may struggle to reach effectively. Removing this material allows us to better assess the ear, improve contact between medications and the diseased tissue, and give treatment the best possible chance of success.
You'll notice some material remaining at the very bottom of the ear canal during the procedure. This was also carefully removed, revealing an intact eardrum beneath. Being able to fully clear the canal and assess the tympanic membrane is an important step when investigating chronic ear disease and planning ongoing treatment.
Ava was an absolute star throughout her procedure, and we're looking forward to helping her on the road to healthier ears.

02/10/2026

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01/10/2026

Meet Oscar.
Oscar was referred to us with chronic otitis and concerns that he may have a ruptured eardrum in his left ear.
Following a thorough assessment, we performed a CBCT scan which showed that both middle ear bullae were clear. However, there was discharge present in both ear canals, with the left ear significantly more affected than the right.
The first photo shows Oscar's ear canal at the start of his video otoscopy procedure. The second photo shows the same ear after flushing and cleaning. Thanks to the high-definition magnification provided by our Storz equipment, we were able to carefully examine the eardrum and confirm that it is intact.
This gives us a much clearer picture of what is happening within Oscar's ears and allows us to develop a treatment plan tailored specifically to his needs.
We'll be seeing Oscar again in a couple of weeks to make sure his ears remain clear and that he's continuing to progress in the right direction.
We look forward to sharing more of Oscar's journey with you soon.