Pet Allergies and Dermatology

Types of Allergies in Dogs and Cats:

• Flea allergy: The bite of a flea on your dog or cat causes an intense allergic reaction resulting in itchy skin.

• Food allergy: An aspect of your pet's diet triggers reactions such as itchy skin, diarrhea, or other gastrointestinal problems.

• Skin allergy or Atopic Dermatitis: An allergen or foreign substance is inhaled or makes contact with the skin, causing extremely itchy skin. This can lead to skin infections or skin injuries from excessive scratching.

Other options for itch relief include:

• antihistamines combined with essential fatty acids

• anti-itch conditioners

• topical steroid sprays

• oral steroids

• anti-itch prescriptions

• oral or injectable immunotherapy

• option for a referral to a board certified veterinary dermatologist