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Dog allergy tests: what they can and cannot tell you
Understand the different purposes of dog allergy tests, the evidence on food and hair-based testing, and questions to discuss with your veterinarian.
Hair and bioresonance tests for dogs: evidence and limitations
Examine what hair and bioresonance test claims mean, what published studies actually tested, and why accuracy concerns are different from proof of harm.
Food allergy, intolerance and sensitivity: what the words mean
Understand the distinctions between food allergy and intolerance, why sensitivity needs a definition, and why a report label does not establish a diagnosis.
How a veterinarian investigates a dog’s suspected allergies
Explore why history, examination and follow-up matter in a dog’s allergy investigation, and questions to ask about each proposed diagnostic step.
Reading an at-home dog test report
Learn how to inspect a dog test report’s method, labels and supporting evidence, and what to ask before treating a positive classification as a diagnosis.
Questions to ask your veterinarian about dog allergy testing
Use this appointment worksheet to organize your dog’s history and ask what an allergy test would change, what evidence supports it and how follow-up works.
Dog allergies: common patterns and practical care
Persistent scratching, paw licking or recurring ear trouble may be associated with allergies. Similar signs can also come from parasites, infection or other skin.
Why is my dog itching? What to observe and when to get help
An occasional scratch is different from itching that interrupts sleep, play or eating. Repeated licking, chewing or rubbing can damage the skin and leave a dog.