Specialist Veterinary Dermatology in Queensland
Skin, Ear and Allergy Care Across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Townsville
Schedule an appointment to ensure your pet receives the dermatology care they deserve.
Why Pet Owners and Vets Choose ADS
Animal Dermatology Specialist (ADS) is an independently owned specialist veterinary dermatology practice caring for dogs and cats across South East Queensland and Townsville. Led by dual board certified specialist Dr Evie Knight, our veterinary dermatology team consult from established specialist hospitals and clinics across Brisbane North (Albany Creek), Brisbane West (Kenmore), Brisbane South (Underwood), Gold Coast North, Gold Coast South and Townsville. We diagnose and manage persistent itching, recurrent ear infections, allergies, hair loss and complex skin disease.
Dermatology Is All We Do
Whatever your pet's condition, the chances are we have treated it many times before.
Trusted by Specialist Hospitals
Our team work alongside internal medicine, surgery, anaesthesia and other specialist disciplines.
A Highly Experienced Team
Partnering With Referring Vets
We provide continuing education, practical case advice and collaborative patient care.
We Help With Complex Cases
We look beyond symptoms to find the underlying cause and develop a tailored treatment plan.
Accessible Queensland Care
Book online at any time, or call us. The people who answer are our dermatology team.
You’re in the Right Place If Your Pet Has…
Ongoing itching or allergy flare-ups
Scratching, licking, chewing or rubbing that is persistent, disruptive or keeps coming back.
Recurrent ear problems
Head shaking, discharge, odour, redness or pain that improves then returns.
Hair Loss or Overgrooming
Patchy hair loss, thinning coat, overgrooming or changes in coat quality.
Recurrent Skin Infections
Redness, odour, discharge, hot spots, pustules, crusts or sores that keep returning.
Paw, Nail, or pad problems
Licking, chewing, limping, nail changes, redness, swelling or discomfort.
Skin Lesions or Persistent Sores
Lumps, bumps, ulcers, scabs or sores that are changing or not healing.
These signs can have more than one cause with many first assessed and managed by your primary care veterinarian. If the problem is persistent, recurrent or not responding as expected, a dermatology consultation with one of our clinicians can help identify the underlying cause and guide the next steps for treatment and ongoing care.
Practical Next Steps for Chronic Skin, Ear and Allergy Problems
Many pets come to us after months or years of flare ups, short term improvement and relapse. We work through the pattern, use targeted diagnostics where needed and develop a practical treatment plan for long term care.
Understanding the Pattern
We review the history, what has already been tried, what helped temporarily and what may be causing the problem.
Targeted Diagnostics
Cytology, allergy work-up, ear procedures, biopsy and other tests may be recommended to inform or guide our assessment.
Tailored Treatment Plans
Treatment is tailored to your pet, with the goal of better comfort, fewer flare-ups and improved quality of life.
Our Veterinary Dermatology Services
Consultation and
Examination
Airborne Environmental Allergy Testing
Allergen-Specific Immunotherapy (ASIT)
Elimination
Diet Trials
Hormonal Disorder Testing
Bee and Wasp
Venom Testing + Treatment
Ear Examination + Procedures
Cytology + Fine Needle Aspirates
Biopsy and
Dermatopathology
CO₂ Laser Surgery
Telemedicine
Consultations
Mobile + On-site Visits
Meet Our Veterinary Dermatology Team
We are a team of specialists, registrars, residents, nurses and client care professionals who have focused exclusively on veterinary dermatology.
Dr Evie Knight
Dual Board-Certified
Veterinary Dermatologist
Dr Johann Boone
Board-Certified
Veterinary Dermatologist
Dr Brian Shen
Veterinary Dermatology
Registrar
Dr Elisa Dennis
Veterinary Dermatology
Resident
Samantha Somerville
Nurse Manager
Natalie Amat
Senior Nurse
Melissa Shaw
Senior Nurse
Freya Livesey
Senior Nurse
Lisa Wraith
Client Care Nurse
Grace Millar
Nurse
Sophie Grinham
Nurse
Find Your Closest Clinic
Book a consultation with our veterinary dermatology team at locations across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Townsville. Choose the most convenient location or access the earliest available appointment.
Brisbane
North
Albany Creek
Brisbane
West
Kenmore
Brisbane
South
Underwood
Gold Coast
North
Coomera
Gold Coast
South
Carrara
Townsville
Currajong
Support for Pet Owners and Referring Vets
Whether you are seeking dermatology care for your pet or referring a patient, our team is here to provide the support, advice and clinical insights needed to help guide the next steps.
For Pet Owners
Access frequently asked questions about your pet’s dermatology care, including what to expect and the booking options available.
✓ Answers to common questions
✓ Additional client information
✓ Convenient booking options
For Referring Vets
Access referral information, case support options and guidance on how we keep you informed throughout your patient’s dermatology care.
✓ How to refer
✓ How we support you
✓ Referral process and updates
