Spring has sprung—and with it, the allergy season we’ve all been bracing for.
Grass. Pollen. Mould. Dust.
They’re not just a problem for humans. These allergens wreak havoc on your pet’s skin, ears, eyes, and overall health.
And if your pet already struggles with itching or skin issues… this season could be even tougher.
As the pollen count rises, so does our pet’s feeling of itchiness—hence, we get spring flare-ups of allergies.
As we and our pets become more active, enjoying the great outdoors, we’re all exposed to common aerosolised allergens, such as pollen, and contact allergens, such as in grass.
Our pets become itchy, red, and very irritated. From sore ears, to itchy nails and red tummies—these can all be common symptoms which drive our pets crazy with discomfort.
If you’ve ever tried to fall asleep only to hear your dog licking their feet—you understand—if you know, you know.
Every year, we see more flare-ups as the weather warms. It’s inevitable and predictable. That’s why early preparation is essential—not optional.
Don’t wait until the scratching starts. If you know your pet suffers in the spring, book a check-up to review your pet’s allergy plan.
If they are not currently itching, a focus on maintaining the hydration and integrity of their skin is going to be essential to protecting them from allergens.
If you’re already starting to see those symptoms of itching and scratching, we really recommend coming in sooner rather than later. In the early stages, topical treatments such as creams, wipes and shampoos can be highly effective.
As our pets continue to itch and scratch, they introduce fungal & bacterial invaders into damaged skin, often requiring medications, such as antibiotics, to soothe them.
Once the allergen load peaks, and your pet is in the throes of itch, it’s harder to control.
When it comes to allergies, we promise—we’ve seen it all before. We understand that they’re frustrating and challenging; let us help guide you with a plan that works best for you and your pet.
The quality of your pet’s skin is the foundation of their long-term response to treatment. We will help you pick the right diets to fortify their natural oils and topical treatments to keep the skin hydrated and healthy.
We can help with daily itching, as well as intermittent breakthrough itching—helping build a plan for you with oral treatments or topical treatments—or both—depending on what is best in your pet’s unique situation.
There are even monthly injectable options to help reduce your pet’s perception of itchiness.
Did you know that our patients who rely on daily medications for their quality of life benefit from huge discounts on their prescription medication?
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It’s a plain fact—foods reduce inflammation and support skin health. We’ll guide you with personalised nutrition advice, including hypoallergenic or anti-inflammatory diets.
These strategies can reduce medication reliance over time by replenishing the skin’s integrity from the deepest layers.
Minimise allergen exposure before symptoms start:
These simple actions ease your pet’s overall allergen load.
Yes! We can run blood tests to check for environmental triggers. Grass, dust mites, certain trees—your pet might react to just one.
Knowing the trigger allows us to build a personalised care plan. We may recommend oral or injectable anti-allergy vaccines.
These work like desensitisation programs—training your pet’s immune system over time.
Chat with Dr Miranda if this sounds right for your pet.
Spring is here—and summer’s close behind. Don’t wait until your pet is sore, red, and scratching around the clock.
Let’s build a proactive, personalised plan that works. Every pet is different. Their plan should be too. The earlier we begin, the better their outcome.
