Whether it was the rains early in the spring or the record high temperatures in July, this year is turning out to become one of the worst on record for pets and their allerigies. Dogs and cats that have never been plagued in the past are coming to our office scratching, sneezing, biting at feet,… Continue reading
There appears to be an odd phenomenon this year. July arrives and suddenly the fleas are swarming. That in itself doesn’t seem unusual. The onset of flea season in felines and canines varies from early July to September. This is greatly dependent on spring moisture, summer temperatures and even winter climate. This year seems to… Continue reading
While the abundance of scratching, runny eyes and itchiness that your dog or cat suffers from can be reduced with environmental and food correction, they may occasionally need medication to reduce discomfort. Several products can be used to give relief depending on the preference of your local vet. Often a simple antihistamine such as Benadryl is the… Continue reading
Once diet has been altered based on allergy testing, elimination diet or random choice, it may take as long as two months to see the benefit. If a longer period has passed and your pet is still scratching, it is time to look further. If skin scrapings, fungal (ringworm) cultures, yeast preps and other diagnostics… Continue reading
Much is often inferred from pet owners, pet food manufacturers, and veterinarians regarding itchy pets and food allergies. A natural reaction on the part of the dog or cat owner is to change diets, But does this really help? Although it is true that food allergies do occur in pets, how can we best evaluate… Continue reading
Your pet is scratching…..chewing her skin……biting his feet….losing fur………….FLEAS……..Right? Probably not. Even though fleas (one of several pests that fall under the heading of External Parasites) can cause these symptoms, many pets that visit the veterinarian for the above signs do not have fleas. There is a myriad of various conditions that can cause scratching, chewing,… Continue reading