It’s not only animal lovers who may be allergic to cats – pet dogs could suffer from the same thing.

This is according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), which reveals pooches can be averse to kitties in more ways than one.

Cats can also display symptoms of allergy and, like dogs, may be affected by pollen, dust or even certain food or medication.

Recurrent infections, agitation and general itchiness can all be signs of a problem, as can unusual discharge from the nose or mouth.

“Talk to your veterinarian, who can provide short-term relief by prescribing itch-control medication and then help determine the source of the allergy,” the ASPCA suggests.

Blood testing and skin scraping can all be diagnostic tools in such an event.

It may also be useful to keep a diary or times when your pet shows such symptoms as this can indicate which food or environmental factor may be setting them off.

Animal Friends are a specialist pet insurance company providing dog insurance and cat insurance to British pet owners since 1999 and we now offer horse insurance too.

Posted by Mike

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