289. Venomous Insect Testing & Desensitization with Trenton Ewing

It can be scary to have a dog that goes through a life-threatening reaction to a honeybee sting. Often, these dogs are young and active. Though owners can take preventative measures, it is impossible to guarantee 100% avoidance of these venomous insects. So, what can be done?

Trenton Ewing, DVM, DACVD joins the podcast this week to discuss a very effective way to manage these cases. Dr. Ewing practices at Animal Dermatology Clinic in Pasadena, CA and has previously done research on venomous insect testing and desensitization. We discuss a typical history in these patients, how testing is performed and the success rate of long-term desensitization. Enjoy this unique topic on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!

00:00 Intro
00:25 Venomous Insect Testing with Trenton Edwards
01:49 What spiked your interest in venomous testing?
05:08 Typical history that a dog presents to Trenton as an initial exam
09:27 Testing process
14:27 Most common culprits
15:40 Desensitizing 
20:39 Faster protocols
22:29 How long do we do monthly injections?
25:10 What do you send them home with and what is the expectation?
28:27 Outro