Pet Allergies
Pet Allergies
Stop Sneezing, Scratching, and Itching
Does Your Pet Have an Allergy?
Allergies in pets occur when their immune systems react to certain substances, known as allergens. These reactions can affect their skin, digestive system, and respiratory health. Identifying the cause of your pet’s allergies is the first step toward providing relief. Pets can be allergic to a variety of substances, including:
Environmental Allergens:
Pollen, mold, dust mites, and grasses can trigger allergic reactions in pets, similar to hay fever in humans.
Food Allergens:
Some pets may develop allergies to specific ingredients in their food, such as beef, chicken, dairy, or grains.
Flea Allergy Dermatitis:
A common and severe allergic reaction to flea bites. Even a single bite can cause intense itching and discomfort.
Contact Allergens:
Allergies can also arise from contact with certain chemicals in household cleaners, shampoos, and even some fabrics.
Signs of Pet Allergies
If your pet is suffering from allergies, you may notice symptoms such as:
- Excessive scratching or licking
- Red, inflamed skin
- Ear infections
- Sneezing, coughing, or wheezing
- Vomiting or diarrhea (especially in cases of food allergies)
- Swelling of the face, ears, lips, eyelids, or earflaps
Managing Your Pet’s Allergies
Allergy Testing:
We may recommend skin or blood tests to identify specific allergens.
Medications:
Depending on the type and severity of the allergy, we can prescribe medications to control symptoms and reduce the immune system’s response to allergens.
Allergy Injections (Immunotherapy):
Immunotherapy can effectively desensitize some pets to certain allergens, reducing the severity of allergic reactions over time.
Dietary Management:
For pets with food allergies, we’ll work with you to devise an elimination diet plan to identify offending ingredients and recommend a diet that keeps your pet allergy-free.
Allergy Relief is an Appointment Away
Call us if you suspect your cat or dog may suffer from allergies. My Village Pet Clinic is committed to providing the care needed to manage your pet’s allergies effectively, improving their comfort and your peace of mind. Book a pet allergy consultation today, or come by for a walk-in appointment! Same-day appointments are available. Let us help your pet live a happier, more comfortable life.
