Seasonal itching, hives, and respiratory issues: equine allergies can be frustrating, confusing, and difficult to manage. In this episode we’re joined by special guest Dr. Rosanna Marsella. Dr. Marsella is a board-certified veterinary dermatologist and professor at the University of Florida. She has authored more than 150 peer-reviewed articles, written several books and contributed to numerous others. She has also served as president of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology and co-editor of Veterinary Dermatology.
Together, we unpack the most common causes of allergies in horses, how they present clinically, and what horse owners need to know about diagnosis and treatment especially regarding widely misunderstood topics like food allergies and blood testing.
In this episode, we cover:
- The most common types of equine allergies (insects, environment, and more) and how they show up clinically
- When to call your veterinarian and what to expect during diagnosis and treatment
- Why blood allergy testing is often unreliable (especially for feed-related allergies)
- Practical management strategies, from fly control to environmental changes and nutrition support
- And so much more
Equine allergies are often misunderstood, and this conversation helps separate common myths from what the science actually shows.
To learn more about Dr. Marsella https://www.vetmed.ufl.edu/profile/marsella-rosanna/
Consensus Statement https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/vde.13168
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