Why Is My Pet Itchy?

Itching can be a sign of multiple things. The first thing we would ask is regarding your pet’s flea control. If your pet is on flea control, make sure you’re giving it as directed and not skipping doses. Next check if you’re seeing fleas, you may need to change products. If you’re not seeing fleas and your pet is still very itchy, we may need to discuss environmental or food allergies. Pets can be allergic to many things, just like us. Schedule an appointment to talk with your vet at Country Hills Animal Clinic. We will help calm the itching with appropriate treatments or medications as well as suggest ways to find the source. Some ways to diagnose an allergy would be; physical exam, allergy testing (blood work), and food trials.