April showers are getting ready to bloom into lots of spring sunshine and flowers and pollen and… itching. As the yellow devil coats our entire state, many pets start licking their paws, scratching their sides, and developing red, irritated skin. If your dog seems more uncomfortable this time of year, spring allergies
may be the reason.
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Common spring triggers include:
• Tree and grass pollens
• Outdoor mold
• Pollen tracked indoors on fur and paws
• Open windows increasing exposure
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A few simple habits can help: wipe paws after walks, bathe regularly with a gentle shampoo, wash bedding weekly, and keep air filters clean.
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But when itching continues, pets often need medical relief. That’s where Apoquel® and Cytopoint® come in.
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Apoquel® works quickly, often within hours, to reduce itching and inflammation. It targets the specific pathways that trigger allergic itch without the side effects associated with steroids. It’s great for dogs who need fast relief.
Cytopoint® is an injection that provides long‑lasting relief, usually 4 to 8 weeks. It works like the dog’s own immune system to neutralize the itch signal before it reaches the brain. It’s ideal for dogs who dislike pills.
Both treatments target the itch at its source and help prevent those pesky secondary skin or ear infections that can develop when allergies go untreated.
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If your pet is scratching more than usual this spring, let us take a look. We’ll help determine the cause and recommend the best plan to help keep your pet from scratching, and make them comfortable all season long.
