Pollen Allergy in Cats
Just like people, cats can suffer from pollen-related allergies. Consequently, cat owners should be aware of the signs and learn how to best treat their pet when allergies manifest themselves.
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Types of Pollens
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Halopets.com says common allergens for cats include tree pollens (cedar, ash, oak), grass pollens (Bermuda), weed pollens (ragweed, goldenrods), molds, mildew and house dust mites.
Seasonal
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Pollen allergies for cats tend to be seasonal.
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Symptoms
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When cats are exposed to pollen, they develop severe itching around their entire body and may also develop watery eyes and a runny nose.
Limit Exposure
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It is important to limit your cat's exposure to the outdoors when he is experiencing pollen allergies. For example, if a cat is allergic to pollen, he should be kept inside with the windows closed when pollen counts are high or the grass is being mowed.
Treatments
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Veterinary treatments for pollen allergies in cats depend upon the severity of the symptoms and may range from anti-inflammatory medications to allergy shots.
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