Seattle's Premier
Dermatology Center for Animals

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About Dermatology Center for Animals

DCA was established in 2014 to provide Seattle pet owners with the most advanced veterinary dermatology and allergy specialty center.

We are conveniently located in South Lake Union, two blocks North of REI, with free roof top parking available.

Hours of operation:

Starting 2024, Office Hours By Appointment Only:

Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:00pm

Fridays 8:30am-3:00pm

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Our Core Services

At DCA, we specialize in the diagnosis and management of skin and ear infections, allergies, endocrine diseases, hair loss disorders, auto-immune and cancerous skin conditions, and CO2 laser surgical procedures. We also offer sedated (non-anesthesia) CT scans for pets with ear masses and middle/inner ear infections.  Explore our services and contact us to schedule an appointment.

CT and Video-Otoscopy
CT and Video-Otoscopy

Each exam room is equipped with video-otoscopy so that clients can see the structures and health of their pet's ear canals.

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Allergy Testing
Allergy Testing

Allergies generally cause itching. The offending allergens can be pollens, molds, household allergens, insects, or foods.

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Laser Surgery
Laser Surgery

DCA is equipped with the most advanced CO2 laser, which can be used for the removal of various skin and ear masses...

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Dec28

Book Online!

You can now find appointments online here at https://DCASeattleBookAnAppointment.as.me/

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May2

Outpatient Cytopoint Injections

Due to the recent social and economic climate, DCA has made the following changes to our service...

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American College of Veterinary Dermatology

Meet the Doctor: Dr. Mel

Dr. Mel was an Adjunct Professor of Dermatology for the Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine.  He attended and graduated veterinary school from the Universidad Autonoma de Baja California, Mexicali, Mexico in 2007.  Dr. Mel became board certified in veterinary dermatology in 2014 and has 14 years of veterinary experience. He worked in a large private practice hospital in the Los Angeles area before beginning a one year internship, followed by a 3 year residency in veterinary dermatology at the University of Tennessee. 

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Dr. Mel saved my dog's ear!

Karen Ash Bothell, WA