The Skin Vet

The Skin Vet The Skin Vet is a specialist practice which only sees referral cases. We are highly trained and skilled in diagnosis and treatment of skin and ear disease

We are highly trained and skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of skin and ear disease, including (but not limited to) allergic diseases, immune-mediated conditions, congenital and hereditary conditions, neoplasia and infectious diseases. All members of our team are committed to undergo continuing education courses every year to make sure we remain at the forefront of our field
Dr. Debbie Simpso

n BVSc MANZCVS (Small Animal Medicine) FANZCVS (Veterinary Dermatology)
Debbie completed a five year undergraduate veterinary degree at Massey University in New Zealand. On graduating in 2008 she was awarded the Pfizer (Zoetis) Internship at the Veterinary Specialist Group in Auckland, New Zealand โ€“ the opportunity to do this internship in her first year of practice was a wonderful experience and it was a privilege to work with the talented team of specialists at the Veterinary Specialist Group. During this year Debbie also worked as an emergency veterinarian on evenings and weekends at the Animal Emergency Centre. In 2009 she moved to Australia to undertake a further internship at Veterinary Specialist Services in Brisbane which gave her more experience working with specialists in surgery and medicine. A residency in Veterinary Dermatology followed at the Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre from 2010-2013. In May 2013 she was accepted for further training at Cornell University in New York State with two of the most respected and best known veterinary dermatologists in the world, Dr Danny Scott and Dr Bill Miller. In 2014 Debbie passed the Fellowship exams of the Australian & New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists in Veterinary Dermatology and is now a Registered Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology. She has presented several times at the Science Week conference on the Gold Coast of Australia โ€“ in July 2010 on the topic of canine lymphoma and in July 2013 on the topic of feline pemphigus and recently gave a presentation to the Auckland Veterinary Society on the topic of feline atopy. Publications include an original research paper on feline pemphigus and a case report on pyoderma gangrenosum for Veterinary Dermatology, a paper on hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the September and December 2009 issues of the Australian Veterinary Practitioner, which also won the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists medal and an undergraduate article on the subject of total ear canal ablation and bulla osteotomy in the newsletter of the Companion Animal Society of New Zealand. In January 2016 Debbie left Melbourne and moved back to Auckland. She has started a brand new dermatology referral business called โ€œThe Skin Vetโ€ which will begin seeing clients on 5th April 2016.

HAPPY 2025!! We hope this year is a good one for everyone! ๐Ÿฅฐ
31/12/2024

HAPPY 2025!!
We hope this year is a good one for everyone! ๐Ÿฅฐ

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31/12/2024

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Some good advice incase there are fireworks around you tonight xxhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/19bQz5k6G4/
30/12/2024

Some good advice incase there are fireworks around you tonight xx

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As a behavior veterinarian, I understand how distressing fireworks can be for our canine companions. Here are some expert tips to help you and your dog get through this challenging time:

1. Stick to their normal routine. Make sure dogs have been walked before dark though.

2. Bring them inside. If taking your dog out to toilet, do so early, and on lead. DO NOT take them out to watch...

3. Set up a hidey-hole/den and sound proof it if possible.

4. Close the curtains and turn on some background noise. It will reduce the suddenness and drown it out.

5. Some dogs like thundershirts, so if yours is used to one, pop it on early. Don't try it for the first time tonight though! Calming caps or ear covers may also help.

6. Give them something delicious to eat or keep them occupied with food puzzles (e.g. a kong with meat in it)

7. Stay with them, and yes you can reassure them! If they want to be stroked, do so. If not, just stay nearby. Stay calm.

8. Feed high value food (if they can eat...) while it's happening. e.g. a peice of schmacko or a temptation for each bang.

9. Use Adaptil diffuser, collar or spray.

If your dog really struggles, there ARE things we can do to help. Medications can help this year, and we can look at behaviour modification (desensitising) techniques for next season.

Noise sensitivity is something I can help you all with, so please- reach out and we can prepare for New Years or next fireworks season!

Have a very happy and safe new year all! :) x
30/12/2024

Have a very happy and safe new year all! :) x

29/12/2024
Hee hee, I am off there today! ;) x
26/12/2024

Hee hee, I am off there today! ;) x

Joe is doing so well at his vet visits with the help of the amazing team Kiwi Vet Behaviour and his awesome Mum โค๏ธ
26/12/2024

Joe is doing so well at his vet visits with the help of the amazing team Kiwi Vet Behaviour and his awesome Mum โค๏ธ

Weโ€™re big supporters of โ€˜Happy Visits.โ€™ Here we have Joe (fox terrier cross) showing us a very impressive chinrest whilst visiting our friends at The Skin Vet. For many animals, vet visits can be scary. Happy visits are a great way to introduce your pet to a new vet and help them feel more comfortable about their next visit.

Thank you, Ellie and team for accommodating, Joe. And, well done Joe and his guardian Toni for all your work. Joe and Toni are working with veterinary behaviourist, Dr Emma Ruck and our trainer, Angela Fletcher from

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25/12/2024

Who over did the food yesterday...... ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ

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Wishing everyone a very happy Christmas indeed! Have a special time with the people and pets you love and enjoy every mi...
24/12/2024

Wishing everyone a very happy Christmas indeed!
Have a special time with the people and pets you love and enjoy every minute!
Lots of love from us here, Debbie, Ellie and Lizzie xx

Good to know as I am sure there will be lots of delicious food around over the next few days! x
24/12/2024

Good to know as I am sure there will be lots of delicious food around over the next few days! x

23/12/2024

If your pet could pick a Christmas pressie, what would it be?! ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽŠ

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23/12/2024

Hee hee!!!

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Auckland
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Soooo Dotty has a new trick that I'm quite impressed with...... anyone else have one you would like to share to make us smile on a Friday?! Sound on is best! Have a great weekend all โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ

I am just in the South Island presenting a couple of talks and was thrilled to see this beautiful girl on a walk today ๐Ÿ˜

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