Listen: hayfever in pets

Sniffles, sneezes, and… scratching?

New research is putting a spotlight on springtime allergies – but not for us this time – for our furry companions!

With more than three-quarters of people in the UK (75%) heading outdoors with their pets this upcoming Bank Holiday, allergy season could bring more than just the odd sneeze or teary eye – it could mean itchy paws and non-stop scratching for our four-legged friends.

According to new data from Zoetis UK, up to 15% of dogs suffer from allergies, yet one in 10 pet owners (11%) don’t realise cats and dogs can get allergies at all.

Aston spoke to Dr Edwina Gildea, director of veterinary operations at Zoetis UK.

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