476 Myrtle Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11205 US

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Pet Allergy Testing

While allergies are common in humans, animals can experience them as well. As such, symptoms in pets mimic those in humans. They can experience respiratory difficulties, skin rashes, digestive issues, and other unpleasant symptoms. When pets suffer from allergy symptoms, the difficult task is determining the cause of these reactions. At Clinton Hill Animal Clinic, we offer a variety of tests that can help determine your pet's allergy.

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Step 1: Identifying Whether Your Pet Might Have an Allergy

Allergies are the immune system’s reaction to a foreign substance. Some foreign substances are harmless, but the immune system doesn’t recognize that. Therefore, the immune system creates antibodies that release a series of chemicals to try to eliminate the unknown substance, which may cause your pet to have the following symptoms:

 

  • Vomiting or diarrhea
  • Itching
  • Hives
  • Red or inflamed skin or ears
  • Sneezing or coughing
  • Runny nose
  • Puffy or watery eyes
  • Fur loss
  • Skin sores
  • Hot spots

 

For the most part, these symptoms are merely uncomfortable. However, allergic reactions can become serious or life-threatening. For example, a skin rash can become a wound and get infected. At a more extreme level, an allergy can cause anaphylactic shock that blocks airways and prevents breathing. If you notice any of the above symptoms in your pet, we recommend that you take your furry animal to see our veterinarians in Brooklyn right away.  

Step 2: Determining the Cause of Your Pet’s Allergy

As with humans, there are a range of factors that can cause your pet's allergy. This can include seasonal allergies, flea bites, and food allergies. Therefore, we recommend bringing your dog or cat to our animal hospital to determine the cause of your pet’s allergy. We use two common tests to identify pet allergies. This includes:

 

  • Intradermal Skin Testing – This type of test introduces various allergens to your pet's skin in small quantities to determine whether a reaction occurs.
  • Serum Allergy Testing - This is a blood test that can identify certain allergens and the extent of your animal's reactions to them.

Don’t Let Your Pet Suffer From Allergies. Bring Your Pet to Our Animal Hospital for Allergy Testing and Treatment

If you suspect your pet may have an allergy, wait no more. Contact Clinton Hill Animal Clinic in Brooklyn today at (718) 623-3999 to schedule an appointment with our veterinarians. Our veterinary team can diagnose the allergy and treat it.

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Monday:

10:30 am-5:30 pm

Tuesday:

10:30 am-5:30 pm

Wednesday:

10:30 am-5:30 pm

Thursday:

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Friday:

10:30 am-5:30 pm

Saturday:

10:30 am-5:30 pm

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  • "Roxy and i loved our experience with Clinton hill, and our doctor was amazing! She explained everything and answered all my questions. I highly recommend this vet clinic!"
    Amanda Hodge
  • "Always excellent professional care. Staff are empathetic towards pets and pet parents. I highly recommend this clinic. My dogs have been under care there for the past eight years."
    Frances Haile
  • "I wish there was a way to give 10 stars. It was the absolute best experience for us and our cats. The guy it the front desk I’m so sorry I forgot your name but he was extremely patient, thorough and took the time to answer every question we had. The doctor was caring and extremely knowledgeable about cats. It was the best experience 10 stars!"
    Brian Bee
  • "This place specializes in creating great relationships with owners and pets. I've been with Dr. Pamela Dendtler since 2003 ! Awesome care and service."
    Diedre Yvonne Gary
  • "We have trusted Dr. Dentler and company with three dogs so far, all of them beloved family members, and time after time she has proven to be extremely knowledgeable, experienced, and intuitive. She has diagnosed tricky conditions other vets have missed, and recently my dog went through surgery with her team... we were treated with such care and concern. All the staff in this office, from LJ at the front desk to the vet techs who help administer care, have treated us-- and our animals-- with respect and dedication. Strongly recommend this place, i have not met a smarter vet in this city."
    KC G
  • "To Dr Dendtler and Staff, I cant begin to tell you how impressed I am with the loving care you have given to my cat Baxter, before and after the much needed surgery. Baxter is so pleased with the outcome; he goes around purring all day."
    Thanks again. -Estelle P.
  • "Dear Pamella, We want to thank all of you so much, not only for the loving care and consideration you showed us last Thursday when we had to say goodbye to Gericho but also for all the years of check-ups and other crisis' that we went through with him. We know it was your good efforts that allowed him to live a full and vigorous 16 years that gave us so much pleasure. Please know that we have always found your staff to be so courteous and helpful all these years."
    Thank you. -Cathy W.
  • "Dear Dr. Dendtler, You were very thorough and caring in treating Buddy. You explained clearly how to protect my dog. I have been to many clinics but you are the best. You were very professional and compassionate. Buddy and I are very grateful. Thanks ever so much to you and your staff."
    John L.
  • "Hi Dr Dendtler, Thank you so very much for fixing my eye. I can see clearly now…I can see all obstacles in my way! Love Vernell R"
    Vernell R.

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