09/11/2026
🌟 Environmental Allergies 🌟
Is your pet constantly scratching? It could be environmental allergies! 🌸🌳
As with people, pets can develop allergies to everyday things in their environment. Grass pollen, flowering plants, dust mites and mould spores are all potential triggers. 🌱
Environmental allergies can affect dogs and cats throughout the year, although symptoms may become more noticeable during certain seasons.
🔵 What should you look out for❓
Common signs include:
🔹Frequent scratching, particularly around the face, paws, ears and belly
🔹Licking or chewing at paws and legs
🔹Red, irritated or inflamed skin
🔹Recurring ear infections
🔹Hair loss or scabby patches
🔹Excessive grooming in cats
🟠 How can you help reduce exposure❓
A few simple steps may help:
🔸Wipe your pet's paws and legs after walks to remove pollen and other irritants.
🔸Wash pet bedding regularly.
🔸Vacuum and dust frequently to minimise household allergens.
🔸Avoid long grass if pollen seems to trigger symptoms.
🔸Keep up with regular flea prevention, as flea allergies can also contribute to itchy skin.
🟣 What about treatment❓
Environmental allergies can often be managed with the right treatment plan. Depending on your pet's symptoms, this may include medicated shampoos, anti-itch medication or treatment for secondary skin and ear infections.
If your pet is scratching constantly, licking their paws excessively or experiencing recurring skin problems, don't just put it down to seasonal itching.
Our vets can investigate the cause and help find ways to keep your pet comfortable. 🐾💕
