If your horse is rubbing its mane, swishing its tail excessively, or breaking out in hives, you're not alone—and it may not just be bugs or behavior. Equine allergies are more common than you might think, and they can affect both the skin and respiratory systems. In this episode of Your Vet Wants You To Know, board-certified veterinary dermatologists Dr. Brittany Lancellotti welcomes follow dermatologist and horse lover, Dr. Julia Miller, who uncovers the often-overlooked world of horse allergies. From chronic hives and hay sensitivities to the connection between equine asthma and environmental allergens, this episode is packed with practical advice for every horse owner. 📸 See the Episode Extras: Photos of intradermal skin testing and different types of hives in horses—visit YourVetWantsYouToKnow.com to view them! 📍 Find a Veterinary Dermatologist Near You: Visit the resources page to find a veterinary dermatologist or equine practitioner near you. 🔗 Follow Dr. Miller on Instagram: @drjanimaldermatologist Our vision is for Your Vet Wants You to Know to be a resource for veterinarians to improve client communication by introducing a discussion about a common topic during the vet visit, then directing the client to a reliable source of engaging, understandable, and accessible information. By doing so, we strive for: 1) increased pet health literacy among pet owners, 2) improved partnership between clients and the veterinary team, 3) improved medical outcomes for pets, and 4) improved quality of life and efficiency for veterinarians. Help support our mission through BUY ME A COFFEE: https://buymeacoffee.com/yourvet Connect with Your Vet! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourvetwantsyoutoknow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourvetwantsyoutoknow Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourvetwantsyoutoknow

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