Flea Alergy

Flea Allergy Dermatitis
One of the most common conditions affecting dogs and cats is allergies. In the allergic state, the animal's immune
system over reacts to foreign substances (allergens or antigens) to which it is
exposed. These over reactions are manifested in several ways. The most
common is itching of the skin, either localized (one area) or generalized (all over).
Fleas deposit saliva in ...the pet's skin when it bites for a bloodmeal. A normal pet
experiences only minor skin irritation in response to flea bites. Even in the
presence of dozens of fleas, there will be very little itching. On the other hand,
the flea allergic animal has a severe, itch-producing reaction to flea bites. This
occurs because the animal develops an allergic response to the flea's saliva.
The animals' response to the intense itching is to chew, lick or scratch. This
causes hair loss and can lead to open sores or scabs on the skin. The area most
commonly involved is over the rump (just in front of the tail). The most
important treatment for flea allergies is to get your pet away from all fleas.
Therefore, strict flea control is the backbone of successful treatment.
Sheffield Veterinary Hospital carries several products that work in entirely
different manners. We also carry products to help treat the environment. When
strict flea control is just not enough, medical treatment is needed to help
alleviate the symptoms and block the allergic reaction. Please contact our office to develope a complete plan for
preventing and treating your pet's flea problems.
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Schnauzer Chat: Obesity in dogs and Pancreatitis.:

The pancreas is a vital organ which lies on the right side of the abdomen. The pancreas
functions in two ways: to produce digestive enzymes and to
produce hormones such as insulin. When the pancreas
becomes inflamed, the disorder is called pancreatitis. This is
a disease process that occurs in both dogs and cats. There
is no breed, age, or sex predisposition. A few pets that
recover from pancreati...tis may continue to have recurrent
bouts of the disease, known as chronic, relapsing
pancreatitis. The associated inflammation allows digestive
enzymes to spill into the abdominal cavity resulting in secondary damage to the liver, bile
duct, gall bladder and intestines. The cause of pancreatitis is not known, however there are
several contributing factors. It is often associated with eating a rich, fatty meal. Treating
your pets with foods such as bacon, sausage, meat trimmings, chicken skins and pork can be
enough to cause pancreatitis. The diagnosis is based on three criteria: clinical signs,
laboratory tests, radiographs and/or ultrasound examination. The illness is typically
manifested by nausea, vomiting, inappetence, fever, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Successful
management and treatment depends on early diagnosis and
prompt medical therapy. The prognosis for recovery depends
on the extent of the illness when presented and a favorable
response to initial therapy. Most of the mild forms of
pancreatitis have a good prognosis. Most dogs and cats recover
with no long-term effects. For more information, contact our
hospital staff. If you suspect your pet is showing signs of
pancreatitis, seek medical attention immediately.

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