FAQ

A dog's full allergy test involves diagnosing atopic dermatitis and using intradermal or serum allergy testing for environmental allergens, while food allergies require elimination diet trials; at-home tests lack scientific reliability.

The number one allergy in dogs is flea allergy dermatitis, caused by an allergic reaction to flea saliva.

At-home dog allergy tests are not considered reliable and should not be used for medical decision-making without veterinarian guidance.

The average cost of a dog allergy test ranges from $200 to $500, depending on the type of test, location, and veterinary clinic.

Yes, veterinarians recommend allergy tests for dogs, but only after confirming a diagnosis of atopic dermatitis or environmental allergies.

Intradermal allergy testing (IDAT) is considered the most accurate method for diagnosing environmental allergies in dogs.

Intradermal skin testing is the most accurate for environmental allergies, while food allergies are best diagnosed with an elimination diet trial. Blood allergy tests are less invasive but can have more false positives; at-home fur and saliva tests are unreliable.

Dogs are often discouraged from consuming rawhide due to choking risks, intestinal blockages, and potential chemical contamination during manufacturing.

Dogs can have beef hide occasionally—limit sessions to 10–15 minutes and supervise to avoid choking; do not offer it daily or as a meal replacement.

Dogs are often advised against rawhide because it poses risks like choking, intestinal blockages, and chemical contamination if not properly made or supervised.