Treat Your Pet’s Allergies Near You in San Diego, CA

Is your pet scratching a lot? Or is your pet biting its paws? These may be signs of allergies. But how do you know for sure?

Our dermatology vet can test your pets and provide pet allergy treatments that help alleviate discomfort! Our Pet Vet has clinics in both the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego and in La Mesa, CA. We will explore signs that it is time to see our veterinarian near you for allergy care!

What Are Pets Allergic To?

Cats and dogs can have allergic reactions to all sorts of things in their surroundings! Some common pet allergens include:

•           Pollen

•           Dust

•           Mold

•           Flea bites

•           Food ingredients

Note that pets can also be allergic to many other environmental allergens and testing is the only way to truly know.

What Are Skin Symptoms of Allergies?

Does your pet seem a lot itchier than usual? Some skin-based reactions have symptoms of:

•           Rashes or reddish areas of inflamed skin

•           Bald spots from scratching

•           Biting, chewing, licking, or scratching excessively

•           Pawing at ears

What Are Respiratory Symptoms?

Pets can also have signs that affect their eyes, nose, and lungs, such as:

•           Watery, itchy eyes

•           Reddish eyes

•           Runny or stuffed up nose

•           Sneezing

•           Coughing or wheezing

What Are Common Digestive Signs?

In some cases, pets have gastrointestinal symptoms of allergies. These might include:

•           Diarrhea

•           Constipation

•           Vomiting

When to Seek Help

Is it time to see our cat or dog dermatologist? It might be if your pet seems miserable due to allergy symptoms! Allergies can affect your pet’s quality of life and overall well-being but we can help relieve symptoms!

How Does a Dog Dermatologist or Cat Dermatologist Treat Allergies?

We will do tests first to see what your pet is allergic to, such as a skin or blood test. Our cat or dog allergy treatment options might include:

•           Medications

•           Dietary changes

•           Allergy shots

•           Limited exposure to allergens

Find Dog Allergy Treatment or Cat Allergy Treatment in La Mesa and San Diego, CA

Do you need a dermatology vet? Our veterinarian near you is ready to help! Call (619) 225-8000 to reach our Point Loma San Diego, CA, location, or call (619) 463-9861 to reach our La Mesa, CA, location. At Our Pet Vets, our dog and cat dermatologist helps you find the best ways to relieve your pet’s allergy symptoms and reduce their recurrence!