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Newsletter April-2025
Common Allergy Symptoms In Pets
As flowers bloom and trees sprout new leaves, spring in Galt is full of beauty. But along with it comes pollen, dust, and other allergens that don’t just affect us they affect our pets too. Allergies are one of the most common reasons pets visit our clinic in the spring.
COMMON ALLERGY SYMPTOMS IN PETS
- •Constant scratching, chewing, or licking
- •Red, inflamed skin or rashes
- •Ear infections or frequent head shaking
- •Watery eyes or sneezing
- •Hair loss or hot spots
HOW WE DIAGNOSE & TREAT ALLERGIES
Skin and blood tests to identify triggers. Medications such as antihistamines, steroids, or new allergy- specific treatments like Apoquel or Cytopoint, Special diets to pinpoint food sensitivities, Soothing shampoos to calm inflamed skin.
WHAT YOU CAN DO AT HOME
Bathe pets weekly with hypoallergenic shampoo, wash bedding frequently in hot water, use flea preventives year-round, Keep windows closed on high-pollen days.
Allergies don’t have to make your pet miserable this spring. With the right care plan, we can keep them comfortable, happy, and itch-free.