by Huntington Beach Pet Hospital | Nov 16, 2018 | Allergies
Atopy is more commonly referred to as atopic dermatitis and can affect dogs and cats. Atopy is an allergic reaction to allergens and causes symptoms such as itching, sneezing, excessive skin licking, and head shaking. Some breeds of dogs are especially prone to...
by Huntington Beach Pet Hospital | Feb 2, 2018 | Cats, Dogs
Every pet owner should know about the signs and symptoms of pet ear infections. Infections in canine ears can cause a lot of distress and affect your pet dog’s quality of life. Dog ear infections are often caused by bacteria or yeast infections. Some of the signs of...
by Huntington Beach Pet Hospital | Jan 5, 2018 | Allergies
Environmental allergies in pets are very common and show symptoms like paw licking and head shaking. Some of these allergies could be seasonal when there is more pollen in the air. Or, indoor allergens from chemicals, dust mites, or molds in the home could cause...
by Huntington Beach Pet Hospital | Nov 25, 2016 | Allergies
Environmental allergies can cause your pet dog or cat to scratch, lick, and develop various skin problems. Environmental allergies usually start showing symptoms in young dogs and cats between the ages of 1-3 years old. Unfortunately, there are many allergens that can...
by Huntington Beach Pet Hospital | Oct 28, 2016 | Allergies
Grain-free diets have become very popular over the past few years and have been promoted as a “healthy food choice” for your pets. However, does your pet pooch or kitty really need to be put on a grain-free diet to enjoy good health? Every person and pet...