{"id":152,"date":"2025-10-09T00:48:39","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T00:48:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coalcreekanimalhospital.com\/blog\/?p=152"},"modified":"2025-10-09T00:48:40","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T00:48:40","slug":"fall-pet-allergies-what-to-watch-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coalcreekanimalhospital.com\/blog\/fall-pet-allergies-what-to-watch-for\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall Pet Allergies: What to Watch For"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As the air turns crisp and the leaves fall in Lafayette, it\u2019s a welcome sign for many folks that sweater weather and pumpkin<\/a>-flavored everything are just around the corner. But for some pets, autumn isn\u2019t all cozy vibes\u2014it\u2019s allergy season. Yes, animals can experience seasonal allergies, and fall pet allergies<\/a> are more common than many pet parents realize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Coal Creek Animal Hospital<\/a>, we want to help you recognize the signs of fall pet allergies so you know when it\u2019s time to seek relief for your itchy or sneezy sidekick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Do Pets Get Allergies in Fall?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like people, pets can react to environmental allergens like pollen, mold spores, and dust mites\u2014all of which can spike in the fall. As grasses and weeds release their last rounds of pollen and damp leaves begin to decay, pets may start experiencing skin irritation or respiratory symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, as we begin spending more time indoors<\/a> with closed windows and central heating, indoor allergens like dust and dander can become more concentrated, making symptoms worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs of Cat and Dog Seasonal Allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not sure if your cat sneezing in fall is related to allergies or something else? Here are some common symptoms of cat and dog seasonal allergies to watch for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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