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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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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www.facebook.com/sheffieldvetSee More
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