Our very own Dr. Amanda Schnitker at Companion Animal Hospital River North was featured on CBS Chicago! Watch the video to learn more about pet allergies and what do do if your pet has a serious allergic reaction, also known as anaphylaxis.
Severity of allergies in pets can vary, just like in humans, and can be due to a long list of factors such as medications, pollen, dander, shampoo, dust, and food. Often times, minor allergies produce symptoms such as:
– Excessive paw-licking
– Itchiness
– Scratching and butt-scooting
– Hair loss, either an all-over thinning or bald spots
– Coughing, sneezing, or asthma
– Tummy trouble like vomiting and diarrhea (for food allergies)
However, anaphylaxis is serious and can be fatal as it can affect major organ systems such as the gastrointestinal tract, the circulatory system and the lungs. Action should be taken immediately if your dog shows any of the following symptoms:
– Swollen muzzle and/or eyes
– Sudden gasping and trouble breathing
– Rapid-onset diarrhea or vomiting
– Weakness
– Collapsing
Please reach out to your nearest Companion location with any questions or concerns!
Severity of allergies in pets can vary, just like in humans, and can be due to a long list of factors such as medications, pollen, dander, shampoo, dust, and food. Often times, minor allergies produce symptoms such as:
– Excessive paw-licking
– Itchiness
– Scratching and butt-scooting
– Hair loss, either an all-over thinning or bald spots
– Coughing, sneezing, or asthma
– Tummy trouble like vomiting and diarrhea (for food allergies)
However, anaphylaxis is serious and can be fatal as it can affect major organ systems such as the gastrointestinal tract, the circulatory system and the lungs. Action should be taken immediately if your dog shows any of the following symptoms:
– Swollen muzzle and/or eyes
– Sudden gasping and trouble breathing
– Rapid-onset diarrhea or vomiting
– Weakness
– Collapsing
Please reach out to your nearest Companion location with any questions or concerns!
Written By: Morgan Rhyner, Companion Animal Hospital Marketing Manager
Sources: https://www.vetstreet.com/our-pet-experts/my-dog-just-came-inside-and-her-eyelids-and-muzzle-are-swollen-whats-going-on – https://www.rover.com/blog/dogs-allergic-reaction-signs/
Sources: https://www.vetstreet.com/our-pet-experts/my-dog-just-came-inside-and-her-eyelids-and-muzzle-are-swollen-whats-going-on – https://www.rover.com/blog/dogs-allergic-reaction-signs/
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