Cytopoint: A Game-Changer for Dogs With Allergies

Is Your Dog Still Itchy — Even With Meds?

If your pup just can’t stop scratching, biting their paws, or licking raw spots, you might be dealing with environmental allergies — and you’re not alone.

At Hearthstone Animal Clinic, allergies are one of the most common reasons dogs come to see us, especially here in the humid Cypress area.

One treatment we use more and more? Cytopoint.

💉 What Is Cytopoint?

Cytopoint is a monoclonal antibody injection that targets and neutralizes a key itch-causing protein (IL-31) in dogs.

Unlike steroids or oral meds, it works with your dog’s immune system — not against it.

🔬 How It Works

• It blocks the itch signal at the source (inside the skin).
• It calms inflammation without suppressing the whole immune system.
• It provides 4–8 weeks of relief with just a single injection.

✅ Benefits of Cytopoint

• Fast relief: Many dogs improve in 1–3 days
• No daily pills: One shot = weeks of comfort
• Safe for long-term use — even in dogs with other health issues
• Steroid-free: No increased thirst, weight gain, or immune suppression

🧪 When Do We Use Cytopoint?

Cytopoint is ideal for:

• Dogs with seasonal or year-round allergies
• Pets who won’t take pills or had side effects from other meds
• Situations where you want to avoid long-term steroids

🐾 Real Results We’ve Seen

At Hearthstone, we’ve watched Cytopoint completely change life for dogs who used to be:

• Covered in hot spots
• Constantly licking their feet
• Dealing with chronic ear infections
• Losing fur from nonstop scratching

Their owners are sleeping better too — no more all-night itching sounds!

💬 Is Cytopoint Right for Your Dog?

We’ll help you decide based on your pet’s symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle.

In some cases, we may combine Cytopoint with other treatments like:

• Prescription diets
• Antibiotics or antifungals (if infection is present)
• Topical therapies

📍 Ready to Help Your Dog Feel Better?

We’re here to help you cut the cycle of itch → damage → infection → repeat.

📞 Call us at (281) 859-9244 or schedule an appointment online.

Let’s get your dog back to being happy, healthy, and comfortable.