Allergies can make life uncomfortable for your pet.
An allergic reaction can cause symptoms like itching, redness, and irritation. Our pet allergy testing and treatment services at easyvet Cumming identify the cause of your pet’s discomfort and provide effective solutions so they can feel their best again. If your pet is suffering from an allergy in the Cumming, GA area, we can find an allergy relief solution.
Allergy Testing: Uncovering the Cause of Your Pet’s Discomfort
Accurate diagnosis is the first step in managing your pet’s allergies. At easyvet Cumming, we offer in-house skin scrapings to evaluate localized issues and eliminate causes of allergy-like symptoms, such as mites or fungal infections. For more comprehensive pet allergy testing, we partner with an external laboratory that specializes in identifying allergens.
The comprehensive allergy test is highly detailed and evaluates your pet’s reaction to the 100 most common allergens in the Southeast region, including environmental triggers like pollen and mold. With this information, we can pinpoint the source of your pet’s allergies and create a treatment plan.
Food allergies will require a diet trial, as elimination is the only reliable testing method for this kind of allergy or sensitivity in cats and dogs. Our veterinarians will discuss how an elimination diet works so that you can find out what food or foods that your pet is allergic to.
What are the signs that your pet may have an allergy?
- Excessive scratching or licking
- Red, inflamed, or irritated skin
- Hair loss or bald patches
- Frequent ear infections or head shaking
- Recurring gastrointestinal issues like vomiting or diarrhea
Treating Allergies in Cats and Dogs
Once we identify the source of your pet’s allergies, our veterinarians will create an allergy treatment plan. At easyvet Cumming, we use a variety of approaches to manage allergies effectively. For pets with environmental allergies, immunotherapy in the form of allergy injections can help desensitize them to allergens over time. Medications, such as antihistamines or corticosteroids, may also be prescribed to reduce inflammation and control acute symptoms.
For pets with food allergies, nutritional adjustments can make a significant difference, whether through specialized diets or supplements that support skin health. In addition, medicated shampoos can offer soothing relief for pets suffering from itchy or irritated skin. By combining these treatment options, we aim to address your pet’s specific needs and provide them with lasting comfort.
Schedule an exam to find relief for pet allergies in Cumming, GA.
Allergies can be a difficult challenge for both pets and their owners. Schedule a pet allergy consultation today for testing and treatment at easyvet Cumming. Is your pet currently suffering from allergy discomfort? We accept walk-ins for sick pets, or you can join our waitlist through our online scheduler.
easyvet Cumming provides treatment and testing for pet allergies in cats and dogs in Cumming, Chestatee, Dawsonville, Coal Mountain, Dunn, Silver City, Ball Ground, and the nearby Georgia areas.
