- posted: Nov. 18, 2024
Some Common Allergies in Pets May Surprise You
Just as humans can have allergies that affect their respiratory systems, skin, and general health, so too can pets have allergies. Cats and dogs can be allergic to a lot of things, and knowing what the most common allergies are will help you make your home healthier and safer for your pets. That will also help you find the right treatment so that your pet's allergies can be controlled quickly. No one wants to see pets suffer from allergies, and the vets at Buellton Veterinary Clinic in Buellton, CA, want you to know what to look out for.
From Dust to Dogs: Pets Can Be Allergic to Anything
Among the most common allergies for pets are dust, flea saliva, foods, and grass pollen. Dogs tend to show more symptoms, especially of grass pollen allergy, than cats. Something that you may not have realized is an allergen that flea saliva; while it looks like pets react to the bite and presence of fleas themselves, they are actually allergic to a protein in the flea's saliva.
Food allergies can be surprisingly common in pets, which can be a problem for owners if the pet is picky about what food brands it wants to eat. Keep track of what your pet has been eating and whether the allergy symptoms occur after certain foods or brands of food. You may find that your cat is allergic to something in the dry food you feed them, but not in the wet food they may get occasionally, for example.
One interesting but rare allergy is an allergy to other animals. Now, that is rare, but it is worth mentioning if you have multiple pets and cannot figure out the cause of the allergy symptoms you are seeing.
If you notice your pet scratching excessively, developing hives, or even starting to swell, those are all signs of an allergy. You need to get the right treatment for your pet, and that starts with a visit to our veterinary clinic.
Contact Our Vet Near You to Help Relieve Your Pet’s Allergies
Do not try to treat your pet's allergy on your own. Contact our veterinarians at Buellton Veterinary Clinic in Buellton, CA, for help. Call us at (805) 688-2334 to learn more or schedule an appointment for care today!.
