Living on the Gulf Coast has many advantages, but allergies are not one of them! Just like humans, our furry friends can suffer from allergies. The difference is that most of our pets shows symptoms of allergies through their skin. Itching, licking paws, ear infections, and skin infections are some of the ways allergies can manifest in our pets. The 3 main types of allergies are environmental, fleas, and food allergy. Allergies can be very frustrating for pets and their owners and there is no “cure” for allergies, however the team at Loxley Animal Hospital will work to isolate the underlying cause and provide a long term management plan.