Allergies

Allergies in dogs

Overview

The trees are showing off their fall foliage, and your dog is exhibiting a runny nose and drippy eyes. Perhaps he starts sneezing whenever you start dusting, or seems to have a scratching attack every time you give him a flea bath. Like many companion animals, your pet is suffering from allergies.

Allergies in cats

Overview

It happens like clockwork - every time you dust, your cat starts to sneeze. Or perhaps she seems to have a scratching attack just after you've given her a flea bath. Or maybe the both of you suffer from itchy, runny eyes whenever the pollen count is up. Like many pets, your cat is suffering from allergies.

The foreign molecules that cause reactions in your pet are harmless to most individuals, but some animals' immune systems perceive these substances as dangerous-and thus go into overdrive trying to rid the body of them.

Skin problems in cats

Overview

Because the skin of a cat is actually thinner and more sensitive to injury than human skin, it is not surprising that skin disorders are among the most common health problems in cats. Does your cat scratch and chew on his skin constantly? And what are those round, scaly patches on your kitten's face and paws? Why has your cat started losing a lot of hair? If these symptoms sound familiar, or if your pet has dry, flaky or irritated skin, he may be suffering from a skin disorder.

Skin problems in cats

Overview

Because the skin of a cat is actually thinner and more sensitive to injury than human skin, it is not surprising that skin disorders are among the most common health problems in cats. Does your cat scratch and chew on his skin constantly? And what are those round, scaly patches on your kitten's face and paws? Why has your cat started losing a lot of hair? If these symptoms sound familiar, or if your pet has dry, flaky or irritated skin, he may be suffering from a skin disorder.

Allergies in cats

Overview

It happens like clockwork - every time you dust, your cat starts to sneeze. Or perhaps she seems to have a scratching attack just after you've given her a flea bath. Or maybe the both of you suffer from itchy, runny eyes whenever the pollen count is up. Like many pets, your cat is suffering from allergies.

The foreign molecules that cause reactions in your pet are harmless to most individuals, but some animals' immune systems perceive these substances as dangerous-and thus go into overdrive trying to rid the body of them.

Common health problems in mice

A good diet, a clean environment and lots of exercise will help keep your mice in tip-top condition throughout their lives. But if any of these needs are not fully met, your sensitive little guys can become ill. Knowing what to look out for can help you to help your pets should a problem arise. Below is a list of common health isues mice face.

Allergies

It's not at all uncommon for mice to suffer from allergies. Symptoms include:

Common guinea pig health problems

With a good diet, plenty of playtime and a clean environment, your guinea pig should remain fit and healthy. Unfortunately, these little guys are more susceptible to illness than other companion critters. Knowing what to look out for can help you to help your pig should a problem arise.

Am I allergic to my dog?

Just being near your dog can set your heart at ease, but if it also sets your nose running and eyes watering, you may be allergic to your animal companion. You are not alone, roughly 15 to 20 percent of humans are allergic to the dander, saliva, and urine of animals of all species, suffering from symptoms that include:

Am I allergic to my cat?

Just being near your cat can set your heart at ease, but if it also sets your nose running and eyes watering, you may be allergic to your animal companion. You are not alone, roughly 15 to 20 percent of humans are allergic to the dander, saliva, and urine of animals of all species, suffering from symptoms that include:

Allergies in dogs

Overview

The trees are showing off their fall foliage, and your dog is exhibiting a runny nose and drippy eyes. Perhaps he starts sneezing whenever you start dusting, or seems to have a scratching attack every time you give him a flea bath. Like many companion animals, your pet is suffering from allergies.

Controlling doggy odor

At one time the family dog spent most (if not all) of his time outdoors. If he was invited inside the home to sleep, there was a universal understanding between every canine pet and his owner: Furniture was for people, the dog's place was on the floor. After hunting vermin and rolling around in the dirt all day, a dog smelled, well, like a dog. And there was nothing pleasant about that.