400 Fox Street , Avis • 570-753-5887 / www . smilingsammys . com Ask the Groomer ...
Cindy ' s Smiling Sammy Boarding & Grooming , Inc .
BOOK NOW FOR THE SUMMER !
Call us to come and take a tour through our boarding facilities !
• State-of-the-Art Boarding Facilities for Dogs and Cats
• Blankets and Toys provided ( or bring your own )
• Climate-Controlled Kennels - fully heated or air-conditioned
• Long-term or short-term boarding
• Doggie Day Care ( complete with playroom , cots , toys , & TV )
• Puppy socialization
• Grooming of small to extra large breeds , including show dogs
• New puppy customers get a free nail clipping and toy
400 Fox Street , Avis • 570-753-5887 / www . smilingsammys . com Ask the Groomer ...
Question : My dog is constantly itching and sneezing . Could it be an allergy ?
Answer : Humans aren ' t the only ones that suffer with seasonal allergies . It ' s common that many dogs will too , once the spring allergy season starts . Canine allergies are normally caused by the same triggers that occur in human allergies : our pet ' s immune system comes across an allergen or antigen it dislikes and responds in the same manner as our body does . Allergens normally include mold and mildew , pollen , and dust mites . The good thing is that there are several ways for us to treat seasonal allergies in our dog . Common signs and symptoms usually present themselves in the form of skin inflammation or irritation , also referred to as allergic dermatitis . This condition results in your dog ' s skin becoming extremely itchy . To relieve the itchiness , your dog will scratch himself excessively , and chew certain parts of his body . He might even rub himself against the carpet , wall , or furniture . As this itching and scratching persists , your dog ' s skin will become inflamed and sore to the touch , and may result in hair loss , hot spots , scabbing , and open sores . Other symptoms can include ear infection , watery eyes , and respiratory issues , like sneezing , runny nose , and generalized redness . SOME REMEDIES FOR RELIEF :
• Wash away allergens on his coat by giving frequent baths . Use a shampoo for inflamed or sensitive skin .
• Wash off allergens from his paws so they ' re not spread all over the house . • Keep bedding and places he spends most of his time vacuumed and clean . • Allergies are basically an immune system response - it ' s crucial to keep the immune function at its optimum level . Maintain a healthy diet , with foods low in grain and fillers . Carbs can trigger and worsen inflammation . • Keep air conditioner filters clean or change monthly . • Contact your Vet to recommend an antihistamine or provide the proper dosage of over-the-counter allergy medication for treatment .
Just fill in the entry form below and mail to :
Paws Pets P . O . Box 99 Avis , PA 17721
Entry Deadline : 3 / 22 / 24 .
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