Allergies & Cures

Allergies in pets are commonly diagnosed by using serological/ blood testing and skin/intradermal testing. The intradermal testing will require a visit to a vet who is specialized in pet skin problems. This type of testing involves shaving the hair of the pet, drawing a specific grid and injecting various types of allergens in each part of the grid. Next, the reaction of the pet’s skin to every type of allergen will be graded.

The serological testing will involve drawing the necessary blood samples and then have the serum submitted to a special laboratory test. The results coming from these types of  pet allergy testing will consist in a full list of all the allergens to which the pet is sensitive. These results are used in order to make a serum that will be administered to the pet until hyposensitization is fully accomplished – this means that increasing amounts must be administered to the pet in order to get the wanted effects, namely the minimization of the pet’s response to particular allergens.

Pets are constantly exposed to various foreign organisms and substances that may trigger severe allergic reactions. In order to avoid such complications, you will have to take proper care of your pet and provide him with nutritious and healthy food, care basics, clean environment and a place to live. Pay attention to the following tips in order to take proper care of your pet and avoid further allergic reactions.

First, you should remember that your pet’s health is in his skin – once your pet starts rubbing, scratching and biting, this behavior will intensify and may even lead to hair loss, infections and skin redness. Once you notice such symptoms in your pet, you must pay a visit to the vet in order to have the allergy identified and treated as soon as possible.

The skin reflects a pet’s state of health – for instance, a neglected coat may promote the unwanted proliferation of dangerous external parasites thus leading to severe infections. Plus, you will have to make sure that your pet is provided with a clean blanket all the time in order to avoid a dirty environment that can promote the growth of bacteria and fungi.

One of the most common causes that can affect pets includes external parasites such as lice, fleas, ticks and scabies. For instance, a single flea can inject enough saliva in order to trigger the whole allergic process in a pet. In order to control such insects, you can use quality household insecticides and liquid aerosols.

Also, you should provide your pet with a special necklace that should be changed on a regular basis. Applying special powders may also be considered but you must consult your vet before doing this. The initial step when it comes to solving your pet’s allergy is to do your best and identify the exact allergen that causes the adverse reactions and have it removed from the environment where your pet lives.