Seasonal Concerns

This message is endorsed by sneezing and itching dogs across the globe.

Dogs’ Allergy Symptoms are Troublesome in Any Language

Whether you find yourself in the midst of a bleak Winter, or beneath the oppressive heat of a Summer sun, you will eventually, and inevitably, find yourself immersed in yet another Spring. Spring is welcomed by many, but if you or your dog suffer from allergy symptoms, it can be more like a time to hole up inside. Humans and dogs can share many of the same allergy symptoms – itching, watery eyes, runny noses, sneezing, fatigue – and the resulting sickness can make Spring a doggone drag. Itchy skin can cause excessive licking, biting, and scratching, resulting in painful hotspots, which can become infected.

Antihistamines for your dog are often helpful for allergy symptoms that are strictly seasonal (lasting for only a few months of the year). Dogs that suffer from allergic reactions year-round are best treated with alternate methods, after being diagnosed using holistic, blood, or skin testing. Some may require regular injections, immunotherapy, bioresonance treatment, or homeopathic means.

Dr. Omaboe can outline procedures and treatments, in English, that can bring your dog relief from his or her reactions to any number of irritants. Relief for some year-round sufferers might come in the form of a medicated shampoo or a diet change. If more complex remedies are required, Dr. Omaboe will comprehensively detail all of the treatments to you so that you can make informed and sensible decisions.

Flowers Aren’t the Only Things Coming to Life in the Springtime

As the weather warms, everything seems to be hatching, being born, coming alive. Including all of the creepy crawlies that hold the potential to plague your dog’s health. Heartworm (in dogs imported into Switzerland), fleas, and ticks all carry pathogens, and can easily be transmitted to humans. Ideally, preventatives for these three scoundrels should be given year-round. If you have discontinued use, the vet’s advice is to “Resume treatment as soon as possible.”

Spaying and Neutering Eliminates Springtime Heartbreak

Because many pet owners don’t take the time to have their dogs spayed or neutered, many unwanted puppies are born during the Spring, and end up in shelters, or worse. Be a hero. Spay or neuter your dog when he or she turns six months of age. When households and shelters aren’t overrun with animals, they can better care for, and adopt out, the ones they have. Spaying and neutering also cuts the risk of certain dog illnesses, including cancer.

Ask a Vet: Namely, Dr. Omaboe, your English Speaking Animal Doctor for any Season

No matter if you have questions regarding your dog’s general health, or your dog’s allergy symptoms, or you want to explore other avenues of therapy, or you need to start your dog on parasite preventative treatment, or you want to schedule the spaying or neutering of your dog, Dr. Omaboe is prepared to converse with you about what is in your dog’s best interest…in a language that is your own.