Skin Scrape
If you notice a rash or hair loss on your pet, excessive itching and scratching, your pet may have a problem. A skin scrape is a simple test that will help determine what is bothering your pet.
A skin scrape is an important diagnostic tool, especially if you think your pet may Demodectic mange or Sarcoptic mange. During the test, a sample of skin samples are collected and then reviewed by a medical professional under a microscope.
Sedation or anesthesia is not necessary to perform a skin scraping.