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Allergy dog - Allergy investigation of dog
An allergy assessment for dogs means that a veterinarian comes to your home and makes a thorough assessment of symptoms that can be linked to dog allergies, such as itching, skin irritation, ear problems or recurring infections.
30+ years
Experience
200 000+
Visit
What is allergy testing for dogs?
An allergy assessment for dogs involves a veterinarian coming to your home and making a thorough assessment of symptoms that can be linked to dog allergies, such as itching, skin irritation, ear problems or recurring infections. When you book the service, you book a home visit where the focus is on mapping the dog's symptoms, environment and previous treatments.
The purpose of the investigation is to identify the cause of the dog's symptoms and develop a long-term treatment plan that reduces itching and skin problems. During the home visit, the veterinarian will perform a clinical examination, review the medical history and, if necessary, may take samples that help determine the correct diagnosis and treatment.
Why Is allergy testing important?
An allergy evaluation is important because dog allergies often start with mild symptoms that easily worsen if not investigated in time. By identifying dog allergies early, you can reduce suffering, avoid recurring infections and gain control over itching, inflammation and discomfort in your dog.
For many dogs with allergies, self-care or products like allergy shampoo for dogs are not enough, but a veterinarian needs to assess the cause and create a long-term treatment plan. An early and correct investigation leads to faster stabilization, better quality of life and fewer acute problems in the future.
When Is allergy testing right for my dog?
An allergy test is the right choice when you suspect a dog allergy and your dog shows recurring skin or ear problems. Many dogs have symptoms that indicate a dog allergy, and a home visit makes it easier to see both the dog's environment and the causes behind the problems. The test is also the right choice when you have tried simpler measures at home, such as dog allergy shampoo, but the problems still return.
Common situations where home allergy testing is appropriate:
- When your dog with allergies itches, licks its paws or loses fur.
- When the dog gets recurring ear infections or skin redness.
- When you notice that the symptoms are worsened by something in the home, outdoors or through food.
- When you've tried allergy shampoo for dogs but the problems continue.
- When your dog has had long-standing skin problems that have not improved with previous treatments.
- When you want to get a calm and safe assessment at home without stress for the dog.
Which What problems can allergy testing help with?
An allergy test can help with most skin and ear problems associated with dog allergies, especially when the problems are long-term or recurring. The test is important to understand the cause of the dog allergy and find out if the problems are due to food, environment, parasites or contact allergy. For many dogs with allergies, it is not enough to try products at home, such as allergy shampoo for dogs, but a veterinarian needs to make a structured assessment.
Examples of common reasons to book an allergy test
Here are typical signs of dog allergies that may need to be investigated:
- Itching, intense licking or gnawing at paws and legs.
- Recurrent ear infections, especially in dogs with allergies.
- Redness, rash or scaly skin which may indicate a dog allergy.
- Fur waste or bald spots.
- Recurrent skin infections or bad odor from the skin.
- Irritation despite trying self-care, such as allergy shampoo for dogs.
- Seasonal itching (spring/summer/autumn) or symptoms that vary depending on the environment.
- Gastrointestinal problems that may be linked to food allergies.
Veterinarian on your terms
Home visit
During a home visit, the veterinarian comes to your home for examination and care, perfect for stress-sensitive animals.
Veterinary clinic
At the clinics, you will receive smooth assistance with examination, advice and treatment in a calm and safe environment.
Animal clinic
We welcome you at a clinic with full equipment, a safe environment and good opportunities for a quick assessment of your animal.
So a visit goes to
Before the visit: When you book an allergy assessment, we will review your dog's symptoms and determine if a home visit is appropriate for suspected dog allergies. You will be given simple preparations, such as describing the environment, food and what products you have used previously, such as allergy shampoo for dogs.
During the visit: The veterinarian will perform a clinical examination and assess whether the symptoms are consistent with dog allergies. We will look at the skin, ears, paws and environmental factors at home, and may also perform tests to understand what is causing the problems in your dog with allergies.
After the visit: You will receive a clear plan with advice, treatment and further investigation if necessary. We will send your medical records digitally and help with follow-up, adjustment of treatment or referral if more advanced care is needed.
What can VetAtHome do for allergy testing at home?
Identify:
If you suspect a dog allergy, we start with a thorough medical history where you tell us about your dog's symptoms, environment, food and previous products you have used, such as dog allergy shampoo. The veterinarian then performs a clinical examination of the skin, paws and ears to assess whether the problems are consistent with dog allergy.
At home, we can take several types of samples, such as skin scrapings, cytology, swabs and some blood tests for dogs with allergies. More advanced sampling or allergy testing may sometimes need to be done in a clinic, and some diagnostic methods such as X-rays and ultrasounds always require a clinic visit.
Examining the dog at home reduces stress and provides a more accurate picture of symptoms — something that is especially important for dogs with allergies, where stress can increase itching, redness, and irritation.
Treat:
Many treatments can be started directly at home for dog allergies, such as cleaning irritated areas, an elimination diet, medication for infections or itching, and treatment of ear problems. We will go over how products such as dog allergy shampoo should be used for best effect and whether dietary changes or elimination diets are needed in cases of suspected food-induced dog allergies.
Treatments that require special equipment or advanced diagnostics are carried out in a clinic or health clinic. If further specialist care or extensive allergy testing is required, we will refer the animal to an animal hospital with a clear summary of findings and measures.
Prevent:
To reduce the risk of recurring problems in dogs with allergies, you will receive personal advice on food, environmental adaptation, fur care and how to best use allergy shampoo for dogs. We will go through routines for ear and skin care, weight control and when it is time for follow-up.
Prices for allergy testing
We believe in price transparency. Below you can see our prices for allergy testing. If you have any questions, you can always call or email us.
Vaccination
650 SEK
Puppy & Kitten Package
1,200 SEK (Inspection incl. certificate, vaccination & chip marking < 6 months)
Dog euthanasia
From 2,900 SEK
Veterinary consultation Home visit
A consultation at home at your convenience
2150/kr
Microchip marking at home
650 SEK
Chemical castration 6 months
3,100 SEK
Deworming before travel
600 SEK
Annual vaccination cat / dog
650 SEK
Issuance of EU passports
750 SEK
Veterinary consultation horse
2,150 SEK
30+ years
experience
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Visit
Frequently asked questions and answers
Here you can read some of the most common questions and answers that we often receive from our customers.
What payment methods do you offer?
We offer card payment, Swish or Klarna. You pay quickly and easily when the visit is complete.
Do you offer veterinary home visits throughout Gothenburg?
Yes, Vet At Home offers veterinary home visits in Gothenburg for dogs, cats and other small animals. We come to your home instead of you having to go to a clinic. We cover large parts of Gothenburg and nearby areas – when you make a booking request you will immediately see if we can come to your address.
Does my insurance apply?
We settle directly with all insurance companies. As long as the reason for the visit is covered by your insurance company, it will of course also apply to us.
How does a vet visit to my home work?
During a home visit by a veterinarian in Gothenburg, we will come to your home at an agreed time. We will start by reviewing the animal's history and your questions, and then we will conduct a clinical examination at home in a calm environment. Much can be done directly on site, for example pain relief, simple wound care, skin problems or advice on food and medicine.
Can I book an emergency vet for a home visit in Gothenburg?
Depending on availability, we can sometimes help as an emergency veterinarian in Gothenburg via home visits during the day and evening. In case of more serious or life-threatening conditions, your animal needs care at an animal hospital. If you are unsure, you can contact us first, and we will help you assess whether a home visit to a veterinarian in Gothenburg is enough or if you should go in urgently.
Do you have on-call or home visits in the evenings and weekends in Gothenburg?
We try to offer veterinarians in Gothenburg with on-call hours, evenings and sometimes weekends for home visits, but availability varies. In the booking you will see what times are available for on-call veterinarians in Gothenburg right now. In the case of very urgent problems late in the evening or at night, we always recommend that you turn to animal hospitals with emergency veterinarians in Gothenburg 24 hours a day.
What animals do you help with home visits – dogs, cats and rabbits in Gothenburg?
When visiting a veterinarian in Gothenburg, we primarily help dogs, cats and small animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs. Many people are specifically looking for a Gothenburg dog veterinarian, Gothenburg cat veterinarian or rabbit veterinarian Gothenburg, and for many common problems we can help directly at your home. For more advanced care or investigation, we may need to refer you to a clinic or animal hospital.
How much does it cost to use the service?
It can sometimes be difficult to say in advance what the total cost of a visit will be. Each procedure performed by the veterinarian or our healthcare staff has a set price, but often you do not know in advance exactly what interventions are needed, so the price in each individual case can vary. Price transparency is important to us and you will receive a cost estimate before the treatment begins to decide whether you want to carry out the treatment or not.
We offer direct settlement for those of you who have pet insurance for your pet.
See our price list for our more information and price examples.
Do you make home visits in Hisingen, Lunden, Örgryte and western Gothenburg?
Yes, we do veterinary home visits in Gothenburg and often cover areas such as Hisingen, Lunden, Örgryte and parts of western Gothenburg, as well as central parts of the city. Exactly which areas we can go to is determined by travel time and planning that day. When you submit your booking request, you will see if we can come to your area.
Can I book a vet visit for euthanasia at home in Gothenburg?
When it's time to put a suffering animal to sleep, we offer veterinary euthanasia at home in Gothenburg. During the visit, we review the animal's condition and your questions, and the euthanasia is always done gently with sedative medication first. For many pet owners, it is felt safer to do this at home, instead of at a clinic, where the animal is allowed to sleep in its usual environment.
Do you make home visits for vaccinations and inspections in Gothenburg?
Yes, you can book a vet visit in Gothenburg for vaccinations for both dogs and cats, as well as certain inspections. We help with, for example, puppy and kitten vaccinations, annual supplements and basic health checks. For special certificates, such as travel documents or passports, we sometimes need to prepare extra documents - please write this in your booking request.
