{"id":558,"date":"2025-03-14T17:27:12","date_gmt":"2025-03-15T00:27:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/?p=558"},"modified":"2025-03-17T17:21:41","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T00:21:41","slug":"understanding-allergies-in-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/understanding-allergies-in-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Allergies in Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1936\" height=\"1296\" src=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/iStock-91704460-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Understanding Allergies In Pets.\" class=\"wp-image-560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/iStock-91704460-1-1.jpg 1936w, https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/iStock-91704460-1-1-1500x1004.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/iStock-91704460-1-1-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/iStock-91704460-1-1-1536x1028.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1936px) 100vw, 1936px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Pets can struggle with allergies just like we do. Their symptoms might show up differently than the run-of-the-mill sneezing and snot humans get to deal with. But the allergies are no less annoying for our furry family members!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we head into spring, the team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/\">MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital<\/a> would like to share some know-how about managing pet allergies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Causes Pet Allergies?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergies happen when a pet&#8217;s immune system overreacts to a substance it mistakenly perceives as harmful. These triggers are either environmental (pollen, mold, dust mites) or food-related (chicken, beef, or grains). Once triggered, the immune system puts up a whole bunch of symptoms like itchiness, inflammation, or digestive upset. This is the body&#8217;s attempt to fight off the apparent threats.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recognizing Pet Allergy Symptoms<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pet allergy symptoms can vary from pet to pet. That said, there are a few common signs to watch out for. They include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Seemingly nonstop scratching, licking, or chewing, especially on the paws or ears.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red, inflamed skin or hot spots (patches of red skin where fur should be).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sneezing, coughing, or watery eyes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digestive issues like vomiting or diarrhea, which occur more frequently with food allergies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chronic ear infections or head shaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/top-signs-your-dog-is-sick-and-what-you-can-do\/\">symptoms<\/a>, it\u2019s time to schedule an appointment with your veterinarian to see if any of the common pet allergens are to blame.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Managing Pet Allergies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you identify the allergens that affect your pet, you and your veterinarian can put together an allergy management plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Determine the Allergen:<\/strong> Your vet can perform <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beckerentandallergy.com\/blog\/pet-allergy-tests\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">skin or blood tests to diagnose your pet&#8217;s allergies.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoidance:<\/strong> Minimize exposure to the allergen if possible.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medications:<\/strong>\u00a0Medications like antihistamines, steroids, or anti-itch medications can help manage symptoms.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Home Care:<\/strong>\u00a0Regular bathing with hypoallergenic or medicated shampoos, cleaning the environment, and using air purifiers can help.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Allergy Shots<\/strong>: In more serious cases, allergy shots (immunotherapy) can help your pet&#8217;s immune system get used to different triggers over time.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Flea and Tick Allergies <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If fleas are the culprit, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/how-to-detect-treat-and-prevent-fleas-and-ticks-year-round\/\">consistent flea prevention<\/a> is non-negotiable. Even a single bite can trigger intense reactions in pets with flea allergies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Talk To Your Veterinarian<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s hard to watch your pet struggle with frustrating symptoms that disrupt their life\u2014and yours. That\u2019s why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/staff\/veterinarians.html\">the caring team at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital<\/a> is here to help! Call us today at&nbsp; <strong>(916) 939\u20111705<\/strong> to get help with your pet\u2019s allergy symptoms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pets can struggle with allergies just like we do. Their symptoms might show up differently than the run-of-the-mill sneezing and snot humans get to deal with. 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