finding allergy How effective is this treatment? Spectrum Veterinary is proud to offer the When we have complete compliance, with latest in allergy testing for Canine, Feline, relief for my pet both the pet owner and the veterinarian, and Equine allergies with the patented our success rate can be as great as 90% improvement (this means less reactions). Which is best for pet and parent?

My pet is currently on ApoquelTM or CytopointTM, why do I still need TM to proceed with treatment? Apoquel & Cytopoint are anti-itch tools Serum Allergy Testing developed to provide short-term relief and can be used in conjunction with hyposensitization. and Treatment Program Anti-itch medicines relieve the immediate www.vetallergy.com itch while treatment builds tolerance to the offending allergens. Allergen-specific hyposensitization remains the safest option for 1 the core treatment of atopy . Provided by: “We must be very cautious and emphasize the need to do a complete workup on the dog for underlying cause rather than just treating a nextmune company the pruritus” - Bruce Hansen, DVM, DACVD, Dermatology and Allergy Services for Animals2.

MATTIE’S STORY... and your Veterinarian: Mattie has seasonal allergies as well as food and indoor allergies that made it important to start treatment. She has responded so well that her monthly allergy injection is the only treatment Sources Cited: she needs. Thank you 1. Loewenstein C and R Mueller. 2009. A review of allergen-specific Spectrum Veterinary! immunotherapy in human and veterinary medicine. Vet Dermatology 20: 84-98.

Michelle R., SC 2. Hansen B, Lewis TP, Stokking L, Rosychuk R, Mckay L and Gloyd K., “Canine Atopic Dermatitis: Building A Lifelong Treatment Plan”, Clinicians Forum, Jan 2017: 1-8. What treatment option(s) are best FOR MY PET’S ALLERGIES? Why allergy treatment? Which method is best for you? How long until I see improvement? Unlike previous medications you may have used, The best form of treatment for allergies is avoidance of the Allergy Injections Allergy Drops hyposensitization is a long-term process. You and your offending allergen(s). Hyposensitization is the only safe, Test results for treatment formulated via 70 Veterinarian have opted to go this route because of its injections long term treatment that increases your pet’s tolerance to allergy treatment diary effectiveness (up to 90%), safety, and absence of harmful the offending allergens so it can live more comfortably in side effects. In most cases you can expect to see improvement its environment, without the worry of side in about 3-5 months, but this can vary from pet to pet. Some effects. Regardless of which method you animals show response a lot sooner, while others take longer choose, treatment sets are formulated How Under the skin Between cheek before significant improvement occurs. specifically for your pet based on its treatment is (via injection) and gum (pumper) allergy test results. administered... What about food allergies? How often Every other day Daily treatment is intially, working up Will my pet always to once a month. given... (no food/drink 10 Food allergies are the most common culprit in allergy minutes before or need allergy treatment? symptoms for pets under 1 year of age. Common symptoms after drops). include feet licking, itchy skin, ear inflammation/infection Allergies are a lifelong condition and since there is no and face rubbing. Vomiting and GI issues can also be cure for allergies, avoidance is best. As this is not always Side Rare Rare associated with food allergies but is far less common. realistic, hyposensitization is the best course of action to effects... Reactions can Reactions can increase your pet’s tolerance to the offending allergens and include mild include puritis, Foods can not be treated with hyposensitization, provide a significant reduction in symptoms. To preserve irritation at the face-rubbing, site of injection or GI issues, itchy therefore avoidance is the only form of treatment. The this reduction, it is strongly suggested to maintain the pet local/generalized mouth or lethargy. food list provided by Spectrum can be a valuable tool to on treatment long-term. hives. Systemic Systemic reactions include reactions are help you select proper food and treat options. Dramatic lethargy, vomiting extremely rare improvement can be accomplished simply by changing or diarrhea. and as of yet, Anaphylaxis is undocumented. your pet’s diet. Are there any dangers involved? extremely rare. Utilizing a multi-modality approach (diet Adverse reactions are extremely rare, and any reactions that change, hyposensitization, and short term may occur, should be temporary and non-life threatening. comfort therapies, if necessary) will be helpful in achieving the best possible results.

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