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 | 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 17, 2017 | Allergies
Unfortunately, our pets can suffer as much from food allergies as we humans do. Pet food allergies can cause excessive scratching, chronic diarrhea, an itchy rear end, and excessive gas. Knowing about food allergies in pets can help responsible pet owners avoid giving...
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 | Jul 26, 2016 | Allergies
It’s very common for pets to have allergies and it’s important to know how to recognize them. Just like humans, dogs and cats can be allergic to certain foods, airborne allergens, or have allergic reactions to dust mites, fleas or soaps. In fact, in a...
