Pet Allergy Treatment in Rancho Murieta, CA

Is your pet struggling with allergies or persistent skin irritation? At Murieta Pet Hospital in Rancho Murieta, CA, we specialize in comprehensive pet allergy treatment, providing advanced diagnostic testing and personalized care for food allergies, environmental sensitivities, and skin conditions. Our compassionate veterinary team is dedicated to identifying triggers and helping your pet find lasting relief and comfort.

Our dedicated team in Rancho Murieta is here to provide expert, compassionate allergy care for your pet—because they're family and deserve the best treatment to find relief and live comfortably again!

Understanding Pet Allergies

Allergies occur when your pet’s immune system overreacts to ordinarily harmless substances in the environment or diet. This hypersensitivity triggers inflammation and a cascade of uncomfortable symptoms that can affect multiple body systems.

Types of Pet Allergies

Pet allergies generally fall into four main categories, each requiring different diagnostic approaches and treatment strategies:

Environmental allergies (atopy): Reactions to pollens, molds, dust mites, and other airborne substances
Food allergies: Adverse reactions to specific proteins or other ingredients in your pet’s diet
Flea allergy dermatitis: An extreme sensitivity to flea saliva that causes intense itching even from a single flea bite
Contact allergies: Localized reactions when skin comes into direct contact with irritating substances like certain plants, cleaning products, or fabrics

Many pets suffer from multiple types of allergies simultaneously, creating a complex clinical picture that requires expert evaluation. Unlike seasonal allergies in humans, pet allergies often worsen over time and may eventually become year-round problems without proper management.

Understanding the specific allergens affecting your pet is crucial for developing an effective treatment plan. Our veterinary team employs meticulous diagnostic protocols to differentiate between allergy types and identify specific triggers whenever possible.

Meet Our Caring & Compassionate Veterinary Team

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“ Highly recommend..."

The new Murieta Pet Hospital is open, and I took my dog there this week for a Covid-overdue checkup. The staff was friendly and very knowledgeable. The vet was meticulous in his exam, and explained their SOPs very well. I am impressed with their professionalism and their care of my furry guy. I highly recommend!

- Cynthia M

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Our first visit and it was great! Everyone was so kind. Dr. P was amazing with our Bentley. He was loving, kind and thorough. So glad they’re here!

- Karen M.

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I cannot recommend Dr.Sam and his staff more than I already do. They’re all so amazing. I don’t trust too many people with my dog Beau and Beau doesn’t love many people. Going here, he gets along with all the staff and they truly do feel like family. I can really feel the love they all have for their job. Beau and I leave happy every time we see the vet. Thank you Dr. Sam and staff!!

- Cailey C.

"Dr. Pietro resolved the issue within the hour.."

We were not clients of Murieta Pet Hospital at the time of our pet’s unexpected and numerous vomiting episodes of blood, etc.early one morning this week. We called MPH and left a message at 7:00AM and rec’d a call back shortly saying we could bring Henry in at 9:30AM. Dr. Pietro resolved the issue within the hour. The charges were reasonable, the advice and care excellent and the convenience of the location in RM outstanding. Most of all, we appreciated the prompt response, the kindness from the front office, Dr P. himself and, of course, the outcome.

- Marsha C.

Signs Your Pet May Have Allergies

Allergic reactions in pets often manifest differently than in humans. Recognizing symptoms early leads to faster diagnosis and relief for your suffering companion.

The most common signs of allergies in pets include excessive scratching, biting, or licking of specific areas, particularly the paws, face, ears, and underbelly. Chronic ear infections, especially if recurring, frequently indicate underlying allergies, as do skin redness, inflammation, or visible rashes. Many allergic pets develop secondary skin infections characterized by odor, discharge, or crusty lesions.

Hair loss, particularly in patches or from excessive scratching, often results from allergic conditions. Some pets experience digestive symptoms, including vomiting or diarrhea, especially with food allergies. Sneezing, coughing, or wheezing are less common but can occur in some cases.

If your pet exhibits any of these symptoms, particularly if they persist beyond a few days or recur frequently, scheduling an evaluation at Murieta Pet Hospital should be your next step. The sooner we can identify the allergic triggers, the more quickly we can provide relief.

Our Diagnostic Approach

Accurate diagnosis forms the foundation of effective allergy treatment. At Murieta Pet Hospital, we employ a comprehensive diagnostic protocol to identify the specific allergies affecting your pet.

Thorough Clinical Examination

We start with a detailed physical examination and medical history review. We’ll discuss your pet’s symptoms, their timing, seasonal patterns, and potential exposure to allergens. This conversation helps narrow down possible causes and guides our diagnostic approach.

We carefully evaluate your pet’s skin, ears, paws, and other commonly affected areas. We look for patterns of inflammation, infection, and irritation that offer clues about the underlying allergic condition.

Advanced Diagnostic Testing

When needed, we perform specialized tests to identify specific allergens or rule out non-allergic conditions:

Skin cytology and cultures help determine if bacterial or yeast infections are present as secondary complications.
Specialized blood tests can identify sensitivities to environmental allergens like pollens, dust mites, and molds.
Food allergies may require carefully managed elimination diets to identify specific triggers.

In complex cases, we may recommend intradermal skin testing, similar to allergy testing in humans, where small amounts of allergens are injected to observe potential reactions. This test provides valuable information about environmental allergies.

Our diagnostic approach is tailored to your pet’s specific symptoms and medical history, ensuring we identify root causes rather than simply treating symptoms.

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