Holistic options for dog allergies focus on treating the whole patient and taking care of all body systems. Some holistic treatments include bathing to remove allergens, using therapeutic shampoos, omega-3 fatty acids, and avoidance of allergens. These methods can provide more natural ways to treat dog allergies.

Antihistamines like Benadryl are not very successful in treating dog allergies. This is because histamine is already bound to the receptor, and there seem to be other components of allergies that do not respond consistently to antihistamines.

Medications such as steroids, Apoquel, and Cytopoint are safe for dogs with allergies when used in the proper doses and frequency. Additionally, proper bathing, omega-3 fatty acids, and other treatments can be used to maintain a healthy treatment for dog allergies.

Common treatments for dog allergies include shampooing to remove allergens, allergy testing and hyposensitization to desensitize the pet to certain allergies, medications like corticosteroids, Apoquel, and Cytopoint (a canine antibody against a cellular receptor for itch). Antihistamines and other treatments are less helpful.

Absolutely. All pets, whether indoor, outdoor, or both, should be on flea and tick prevention. Even if your dog is on prevention, it can still bring fleas and ticks into the house, which can then infest your cat.

While you may find home remedies online, they are not effective and can be harmful to your cat. Please consult your veterinarian for proper prevention methods.

Fleas and ticks will not resolve on their own. They reproduce easily, so once you have one flea or tick in your household, more will follow.

While there are some vaccines for dogs, there are none for cats. Cats are at a higher risk for getting these diseases, so preventing fleas and ticks is crucial.