Dermatology

• Dr. Doering-roving dermatologist-Berkeley at Berkeley Dog & Cat Hospital, Fremont; as of 4/09, charges something like $117 at BD&C (there on Tues & Thurs)

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o       Dr. Doering is a great veterinary dermatologist. He has offices in Berkeley (Berkeley Dog & Cat Tues & Thurs, $119), San Carlos and Fremont. Maybe he can recommend someone closer to you.

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• Pleasant Hill – Four Seasons
• San Leandro – Carlos Vitale – Bay Area Veterinary Specialists
• Walnut Creek - Carlos Vitale-at East Bay Veterinary Specialists; as of 6/09, charges $120 for an initial consult. I have heard great things about him from various people.
• Or search in your area using http://www.acvd.org/

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