“Skin and Ears?”
Allergic reactions in pets are mostly characterized by skin problems, exacerbated by their primary symptoms of itching and scratching.
Cat and dog allergies fall into three main categories: flea allergies, dermatitis, atopy, and food allergies. Many pets can be affected by one or more allergies. Hair loss and constant scratching can indicate a flea allergy, food allergies, or other more serious skin conditions. We provide specialized dermatological services to all of our patients, including allergy testing and desensitization treatments.
Symptoms of Ear Issues:
- Bad odor coming from ears
- Holding the head in an unusual position
- Frequent shaking of the head
- Frequent scratching of the ear
- Painfully when the ear is touched
- Black or yellow-colored discharge from the ear
- Redness or swelling in the ear
Symptoms of skin issues:
- Body odor
- Hair loss
- Redness of the skin
- Excessive licking, chewing, or scratching
- Flaky, dry skin
- Skin rash
- Scooting or rubbing against surfaces
Our goal at Rainbow City Pet Clinic is to get your pet’s dermatology diagnosis right the first time and manage their skin and ear symptoms without repeating the same treatments over and over. Which can quickly become very expensive for pet parents.
