Sentences with phrase «treating allergic pets»

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«Our research explores a novel approach to treating mite allergy in which specially - encapsulated miniscule particles are administered with sequences of bacterial DNA that direct the immune system to suppress allergic immune responses,» says Peter Thorne, public health professor at the UI and a contributing author on the paper.

According to Dr. Bischel, many pets with food allergies are also allergic to inhalants — such as pollen, mold, and dust — and treatment also varies: «I treat food allergies with hydrolyzed diets, eliminating common foods for eight to 12 weeks, while inhalant allergies are treated with medications that suppress the centers that control the allergic reaction,» she says.

«Allergic reactions occur because the body's immune system is treating the allergen — in this case, pet dander — as an enemy, so repeated or prolonged exposure could simply lead to a more extreme reaction — which could be very dangerous,» says Dr. Benson.

Green Forest Veterinary Hospital has the technology and expertise to test and treat allergic and dermatologic conditions in pets.

When veterinary technicians successfully communicate realistic expectations of both the time and financial commitments needed to treat allergic diseases, the end result should be better managed pets and happier clients.

Several pet owners prefer to use natural remedies and home remedies to treat allergic reactions.

Pets that are allergic to food or food - treat ingredients have cells in their skin that release histamine when the pet eats certain proteins.

While Apoquel and Cytopoint treat the symptoms of allergies, finding what the pet is allergic to and either eliminating exposure to the allergen or desensitizing the pet's immune system to the allergen are recommended.

Many pet owners frequently visit the veterinarian to treat secondary yeast or bacterial infections that often accompany allergic conditions as well.

General Description: Diphenhydramine is an affordable antihistamine that has been prescribed to your pet to treat an allergic reaction to drugs or an environmental allergen, to prevent motion...

Nitenpyram, taken as a pill, kills adult fleas that feed on a treated pet within 20 minutes but is only effective for 24 hours and isn't helpful for flea - allergic animals.

This includes treats, table scraps, rawhides, even flavor - infused chew toys as they all may contain ingredients to which the pet is allergic.

For pets, their products are effective aids to treat some internal and external parasites, prevent heartworm and flea infestations and treat ailments such as arthritic pain and kidney, heart and allergic diseases.

To best treat your pet, your vet has to first know what she is allergic to.