Having an allergy can be uncomfortable and distressing for pets.
Whether it is seasonal allergies, environmental triggers, or food sensitivities, easyvet Goodyear wants to help your pet feel better and live more comfortably. We offer pet allergy treatment in Goodyear, AZ, providing personalized care to identify the cause of your pet’s symptoms and develop an effective treatment plan that works for your companion.
Understanding Pet Allergies: Causes and Symptoms
Pets can develop allergies to a wide variety of substances, ranging from environmental factors to specific foods. Common causes of pet allergies include environmental allergens like pollen, dust mites, mold, and grasses, as well as flea saliva, which can trigger skin reactions. Household irritants such as certain cleaning products may also contribute to allergy symptoms.
Recognizing the symptoms of allergies is the first step toward helping your pet find relief. Pets with allergies may experience itchy skin, red or inflamed areas, and frequent scratching or licking—especially on their paws or face. Chronic ear infections, excessive head shaking, and hair loss can also be signs of an allergic reaction.
Food Allergies in Cats and Dogs
Food allergies and sensitivities can be a cause of chronic discomfort in pets. Certain ingredients in pet food, such as specific proteins, grains, or additives, can lead to food allergies or sensitivities. Symptoms of pet food allergies may include itchy skin (particularly around the face, ears, and paws), chronic ear infections, vomiting, diarrhea, and frequent licking or chewing of paws.
The most accurate method for diagnosing food allergies is through an elimination diet. This process involves feeding your pet a simplified diet and then gradually reintroducing ingredients one at a time to identify specific triggers. Our veterinary team will guide you through this process step-by-step, helping you select appropriate foods and telling you what signs to look out for.
Allergy testing for both cats and dogs may identify an allergen.
Depending on your pet’s needs, easyvet Goodyear can provide some preliminary diagnostics to rule out an allergy. More specialized needs will be referred to a veterinary dermatologist for comprehensive diagnostic allergy testing. Our veterinary team can discuss what is most appropriate for allergy testing based on your companion’s symptoms and whether they have had testing performed before.
Allergy Treatment Options for Your Pet
Every pet is different, and so are their allergy treatments. Our veterinarians will discuss with you the most effective solution for your pet’s needs. Our allergy treatments for pets are competitively priced for our area.
Treatment options may include prescription allergy medications to reduce symptoms. We may also recommend medicated shampoos to soothe irritated skin and wash away allergens, as well as lifestyle changes to minimize allergen exposure in your home or environment. For specific allergies, we offer injection therapy (immunotherapy). Allergy injections gradually build your pet’s tolerance to certain allergens. Like the other options, our allergy injections are competitively priced to make ongoing treatment available to more of our pet patients.
With the right treatment plan, your pet can experience lasting relief from their allergy symptoms.
Relief is available for pet allergies in Goodyear, AZ.
You don’t have to watch your pet struggle with allergies. At easyvet Goodyear, we provide expert pet allergy testing and treatments. Schedule an allergy consultation with us online or call us today to ask about same-day availability. Your pet can live a more comfortable and happier life.
easyvet Goodyear offers pet allergy testing and treatments for cats and dogs in Goodyear, Avondale, Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, Buckeye, Canyon Trails, Cottonflower, Verrado, Citrus Park, Tolleson, Luke Air Force Base, Sundance, and surrounding Arizona areas.
