09/05/2026
Casey is 14 years young and has been coming to me for her regular wash and de-shedding for the past 5 years.
As dogs age, it’s very common to see small growths, skin tags, and the occasional hot spot appear. Casey is no different — but what matters is how these changes are observed and managed over time.
Recently, a growth had appeared quite quickly between visits and become inflamed on her neck.
During her wash, it became clear that her collar had been rubbing on the area and causing irritation.
After gently cleansing the skin and talking it through with her owner, she was taken to the vet and the growth was removed.
Alongside this, we also looked at some simple ways to gently support inflammation through her diet.
These small additions, tailored to the individual dog and circumstances, can help support both skin health and general comfort, particularly in older dogs.
This is where holistic skin and coat care becomes more than just having your dog washed.
A thorough wash and blow dry often reveals far more than people realise — it allows the coat to open up and the skin to be seen clearly, making it much easier to gently assess any early signs of irritation, coat changes or underlying issues.
When the skin is hidden beneath trapped undercoat — changes are easily missed.
Once fully de-shed and dried, the coat lifts, separates, and also allows the skin to breathe.
Keeping that undercoat well cleared over time has meant that even at 14, Casey still carries a soft, thick coat with beautiful colour — she truly doesn’t look her age 💛🐾🐕♥️
