Seasonal allergies in pets

[Catherine]

It is that time of year again. I know I have started sneezing sometimes.  Many pets have the same problem. We are all reacting to so pollen. There are lots of possible allergens and many different reactions to them.
This article is good because it gives a detailed description of allergic responses and lots of good advice about helping your pet.


http://news.google.ca/news/url?sr=1&ct2=...t=2&at=dt0

I do hope none of your pets are bothered by allergies, but if they are it is good to know what to do.

[Tobi]

This is good information Catherine, thank you.

I have only recently realised that animals can suffer from seasonal allergies. I don't get hay fever myself and don't know anyone who does, and never realised pets can get that too.
But I have noticed that I occasionally sneeze when I go to see Sally. Maybe just once, and then it's done. I never sneeze with dogs. But maybe it's the dust she gets on her as she is always rolling about on the driveway.

[Catherine]

I am noticing a dog I help with is bothered this time of the year. He is sneezy and uncomfortable. He isn't actually sick so I think it is allergies.

I am a little sneezy myself.  
There is a good rain coming so that should help.