Pet Allergy Testing in Bellevue, WA
Dogs and cats can be allergic to almost anything, just like people. At Animal Wellness and Rehab Center, our allergy testing helps identify what is triggering your pet’s symptoms, whether it’s something in your home, the outdoor environment, or their food. Allergy symptoms can range from itchiness and ear or eye infections to constant licking, vomiting, or diarrhea. Finding the cause is the first step toward lasting relief and a better quality of life for your pet and your family.
Common Signs Your Pet May Have Allergies
- Persistent scratching, licking, or chewing at the paws
- Recurring ear infections or head shaking
- Red, inflamed, or flaky skin and hot spots
- Hair loss or a dull coat
- Watery eyes or sneezing
- Vomiting, diarrhea, or other digestive upset
Types of Pet Allergies We Test For
Environmental allergies are caused by pollen, dust mites, mold, and other airborne particles, and often flare seasonally. Food allergies are reactions to specific ingredients, frequently proteins. Flea allergy dermatitis is a reaction to flea saliva and can cause intense itching from just one bite, which is why year-round parasite prevention is so important. Testing may include blood work, skin evaluation, and carefully planned elimination diets.
An Integrative Approach to Allergy Relief
Once we know what your pet is reacting to, we create a treatment plan that may include avoidance strategies, medications, immunotherapy, and medicated skin care. Because we take a whole-body approach, we may also recommend nutritional counseling, botanical medicine, or acupuncture to support your pet’s immune system and skin. Pets with chronic skin problems may also benefit from our dermatology services.
Pet Allergy Testing FAQs
How do I know if my pet has allergies?
Common signs include constant itching, licking the paws, recurring ear infections, red skin, hair loss, and digestive upset. An exam and testing can confirm the cause.
What are the most common pet allergies?
The most common are environmental allergies such as pollen and dust mites, food allergies, and flea allergy dermatitis.
How is food allergy diagnosed?
Food allergies are usually diagnosed with a strict elimination diet trial over several weeks, followed by carefully reintroducing ingredients.
Can allergies be cured?
Most allergies cannot be cured, but they can be well managed with the right combination of avoidance, treatment, diet, and immune support.
Can holistic therapies help pets with allergies?
Yes. Nutrition, herbal medicine, and acupuncture can support immune balance and skin health alongside conventional allergy treatment.
Do cats get allergies too?
Yes. Cats can develop environmental, food, and flea allergies, which often show up as over-grooming, skin lesions, or digestive problems.
Find Relief for Your Itchy Pet
Don’t let allergies take over your pet’s life. Call Animal Wellness and Rehab Center at (425) 455-8900 or request an allergy appointment online.