The vet thinks my cat may have a food allergy. The suspected allergens are corn, chicken, and rice. We think it may be the corn but are just going by our gut instinct. Would it be better to temporarily (like for two months) put the cat on a hypoallergenic food that doesn't contain corn, chicken, or rice to see if he still itches? Or would it be better to first try a food that only has two of the three suspected allergens? This food would contain chicken and corn but no rice.
The vet and I have been discussing this issue and we're both torn as to what to do. There's other health problems to consider such as urinary problems and potential kidney problems. I just wanted to get some opinions on the problem.
The vet and I have been discussing this issue and we're both torn as to what to do. There's other health problems to consider such as urinary problems and potential kidney problems. I just wanted to get some opinions on the problem.