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Why is my pet so itchy?

October 18, 2023

Is your dog or cat scratching excessively? This edition of Q&A with Dr. Q. will hopefully help you find out why.

If your pet is scratching themselves a lot, the first thing you'll want to do is check them for fleas or ticks. Once you've ruled that out, there's a good chance your pet has allergies. Our furry friends can have the same allergic reactions that we do, to things like:

  • Environmental elements, like ragweed, plants, or grasses
  • Food items, specific proteins like chicken or beef
  • Fabrics, even their favourite blanket!
  • Detergents or soaps

Your veterinarian can help you determine if your pet has an allergy, and from there, which kind. They can do food tests to see if it's a food allergy, blood or skin tests to find out if it's an environmental allergy. They can work quickly to help make sure your dog or cat can get back to their happy, itch-free life!

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