Pet Allergies – Sticking it to the Causes
of Itching, Biting and Scratching

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Sometimes I feel like a broken mp3 player.  Almost every pet I see in an office call is being presented for itching, biting and scratching.  Pet owners always want to blame skin issues on fleas but with the advent of advanced flea control medications, fleas are almost a parasite of the past.  So why are these pets and the people who love them so miserable?  What are the causes and more importantly what can be done to safely and effectively give them some relief?  

My usual guests on this show are veterinarians but other professionals also address the health concerns of dogs and cats, biochemists are also integrally involved.  Dr. Mervyn Levin holds a Ph.D in biochemistry and is the president of Spectrum Labs.