With all the trees and flowers blooming right now, we also see the peak of hay fever! Just like people, dogs and cats can develop allergies, with itchy, red eyes and runny noses. However, they often only show signs of allergies by chewing or licking themselves, signs that owners may mistake as “normal”. Many dog owners are aware of “hot spots”. These intensely itchy sores can pop up very quickly and need treatment.

Treatment of allergies often starts by trying to rule out other causes of allergies (fleas or ticks, food, contact with something like detergent or fertilizer). Antihistamines are often a good first choice of therapy, but antibiotics, shampoos, allergy injections, or even steroids may also be necessary in more complicated cases. So remember, if you hear somebody sneeze, it might just be your four-legged friend with hayfever!

Till next time,

Dr. Steve

p.s. Before giving any “human” medication to your cat or dog, please call us! It’s very easy to overdose your pet.

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