Your Vet Wants You to Know

Russell Sprout, our mascot, not only has allergies, but was also recently diagnosed with Cushing's disease, which is an overproduction of the body's natural steroid hormone. Dogs with Cushing's disease have a wide range of signs, including infections, increased thirst, urinary accidents, and many more. Join special guest Dr. Amy Oberstadt, veterinary internal medicine specialist, in the first of o...

Immunotherapy with allergy shots or drops is the only therapy which can reverse underlying environmental allergies. If your allergic dog or allergic cat has received symptomatic medications like Apoquel, Cytopoint, steroids, Atopica or antibiotics, check out this week's episode to learn all about allergy testing and desensitization for long term management of allergies to be able to reduce the nee...

This week we discuss Atopica, a tried and true symptomatic treatment for cats with allergies, and a therapy for drastically reducing swelling in dog paws and ears, without the long term side effects that steroids cause. Listen to hear about Nash, a joyful Labrador, whose paws were so inflamed he had multiple surgeries but still wasn't improved, and how investigation of underlying allergies, as wel...

Steroids are commonly used in the treatment of dogs and cats with allergies. Join our guest, Dr. Curtis Plowgian, to learn when your vet might consider steroids for treatment of your pet's allergies, the benefits to using steroids, the drawbacks, and strategies for minimizing risk.  Allergy infographic, images, transcript, references, and link to find a veterinary dermatology specialist: https://w...

Cytopoint is a revolutionary new therapy for the symptomatic treatment of itch in dogs with allergies. If your dog has been treated for allergies, listen to this week's episode for more information about the benefits and drawbacks of the newest therapy in your veterinarian's arsenal for the treatment of allergic dermatitis. Allergy infographic, transcript, and references: https://www.yourvetwantsy...

Apoquel is a medication designed to treat itch in pets with allergies. If you have questions regarding the use of Apoquel in your dog, explore the benefits, drawbacks, and misconceptions of this drug in this week's episode.  Visit the website for transcript and to get your allergies infographic: https://www.yourvetwantsyoutoknow.com/ Join the Facebook Group and show us your allergic pets: https://...

Environmental allergies in pet dogs and cats can cause discomfort, leading to scratching, licking, chewing and rubbing, followed by secondary skin and ear infections. Learn more about how to work with your veterinarian to determine if your pet is allergic to things like grass, dust, trees, molds, weeds, or even humans! Links mentioned in the episode: https://www. YourVetWantsYoutoKnow.com for imag...

One of the first things pet owners do when their pet starts itching, scratching or licking is change the food. In this episode, Dr. Lancellotti breaks down food allergies in pets and the importance of working closely with your veterinarian to determine if your dog or cat actually has an allergy to proteins in their food.  Links mentioned in the episode: https://www. YourVetWantsYoutoKnow.com Faceb...

Flea allergy dermatitis is the most common allergy in dogs and cats. Listen to learn how to spot the classic appearance of a flea allergy, as well as fun facts about fleas that will have you reaching for your pet's flea prevention all year round. This episode of Your Vet Wants You to Know will help you understand why your veterinarian suspects your pet might have fleas, and what impacts fleas have...