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Originally Posted by Buster Brown  I understand your points and will agree that it is not yet scientifically proven but that does not mean that the tests can not be used as a diagnostic tool. I went to a dermatologist in my youth and was prescribed cortisone medication as a treatment. I developed as a side effect a softening of my bone density determined by my Orthopedic surgeon at the time who also consulted with the dermatologist was a result of the cortisone treatment. Since Buster all ready has issues with his bones I prefer to not automatically go the route of medication. I am not against Vet Dermatologists and know that they can help dogs suffering from allergies but why must we always turn to drugs rather than modifying our diets first? |
You could get wonky results that say he is not allergic to something he is and so on. I would never go away with my dog that has no science to back it up because it could cause more harm then good.