Pet Allergies

Spit Testing

Can be performed at home

• Not a typical allergy test

• Uses the proteins from the dog/cat spit to help you learn the sensitivities and intolerances

• Tests for antibodies which can also show immune responses that are classified as true allergies

• Recognized by many as the most accurate method to measure your pet’s sensitivities

• Will provide you with a list of the allergens that are potentially making your pet unhappy or triggering reactions

• Will show you what food they may not be able to tolerate

• Must stop giving antihistamines and steroids for at least 7 days before collecting the saliva
   

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Hair Testing

Can be performed at home

• Also called Bio-Resonance Testing

• Will identify non-life threatening imbalances in the body that may be causing symptoms such as upset stomach, constant scratching, hair loss, hot spots, paw biting​

• Tests for intolerances or temporary imbalances. Does not test for true allergic reactions

• Your pet can continue with any medication or supplement they are taking on a routine basis

• Food & Treat Intolerance Test (255 pet food ingredients tested for intolerances)

• Environmental Intolerance Test

• Nutrition Test (will determine whether your pet’s body is absorbing the necessary nutrients properly from the current nutrition plan)

• Metal & Mineral Test (will indicate which toxins are creating an imbalance in your pet’s body and prohibiting their body’s ability to process and eliminate these items properly)
   

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Blood Testing

Only performed by a Veterinarian

• The laboratory tests the blood, looking for allergen-specific antibodies (IgE) against a number of allergens

• Measuring an immune system response

• Can easily be collected during a routine wellness visit

• Does not require pets to go off of their medication prior to testing

• Does have a tendency to have false positives - may require Intradermal Testing to be done also

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Intradermal Testing

Only performed by Veterinary Dermatologists

• Typically considered to be the most accurate method

• Measuring an immune system response

• Performed by injecting small quantities of allergens into the dog/cat skin

• Pet must be unconscious during the test

• Hair must be shaved

• By examining the visible skin reactions at each injection site, a dermatologist can determine which allergens exist

• May need to stop medications for up to 2 weeks before testing is scheduled

• Females should not be tested if pregnant or in heat

• Pets should be tested at the end of their allergy season (typically in the fall)

• No baths should be given in the five days before testing

• Pets must be fasted the morning of the procedure (to allow for safe sedation)