The Itch Factor: Taming Pet Allergies
Is your pet constantly scratching, licking, or dealing with chronic ear infections? Join Dr. Katy Miller DVM, a veterinarian and nutritionist, to learn how to tackle the "itch factor". This class breaks down why pets get itchy and gives you a clear game plan to help them feel comfortable again.
What we’ll cover:
- Identifying the Signs: Learn to spot everything from "hot spots" and hair loss to gassy tummies and paw licking.
- The "Allergy Stacking" Strategy: Most pets have multiple triggers; find out how to lower their "allergen load" to stop symptoms before they start.
- The Big Three: A deep dive into flea saliva reactions, food sensitivities, and environmental triggers like pollen or dust mites.
- Dietary Trials: Get the facts on how to run a real elimination diet using novel or hydrolyzed proteins to identify food triggers.
- Practical Management: Tips for supporting the skin barrier with Omega-3s and probiotics, plus home hacks like washing bedding and wiping paws.
May
20
Wednesday,
May 20, 2026
8:00am | 12:00pm | 5:00pm
Central Standard Time
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Session 1: 6:00AM PT | 7:00AM MT | 8:00AM CT | 9:00AM ET
Session 2: 10:00AM PT | 11:00AM MT | 12:00PM CT | 1:00PM ET
Session 3: 3:00PM PT | 4:00PM MT | 5:00PM CT | 6:00PM ET
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Dr. Katy Miller is the Director of Veterinary Services at BSM Partners. She previously served as the Director of Dog and Cat Health and Nutrition for Mud Bay—the PNW’s largest independent pet retailer—for 11 years. In that capacity, Dr. Miller was in charge of evaluating all consumable products for safety, nutrition, and efficacy, often traveling around the world, and evaluating various pet food production facilities. Additionally, she created educational materials for Mud Bay to use as scientifically-based solutions to common nutrition questions, as well as creating the curriculum for the year-long training program all Mud Bay staff take to become well-versed in dog and cat health and nutrition. Before joining Mud Bay in 2011, and focusing on small animal nutrition, Dr. Miller enjoyed six years in emergency medicine and general practice.
Dr. Miller is a graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, with her clinical year spent at Louisiana State School of Veterinary Medicine. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Washington State Veterinary Medical Association, American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition, and the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association.