Cat Allergy Test – Care for Your Cat’s Health
Cats bring us love and companionship, but when they suffer from allergies, their wellbeing is affected. Persistent itching, digestive issues, or unusual behaviour can all be signs of sensitivities to food or environmental triggers. Our Cat Allergy Test is designed to uncover these hidden causes, giving you clear answers and peace of mind. With just a small blood sample taken at home, you can test for up to 125 allergens that may be affecting your pet.
Why Choose the Cat Allergy Test?
The Cat Allergy Test offers pet owners an effective way to uncover hidden sensitivities that may cause ongoing problems. Instead of repeated vet visits and guesswork, this test provides detailed insights into your cat’s reactions to food and environmental allergens. By identifying specific triggers, you can make changes to diet or surroundings that bring immediate relief to your pet. The test is performed at home, making it stress-free for cats and convenient for owners. Results are easy to understand and give clear recommendations on how to improve your cat’s daily life. The Cat Allergy Test provides both value and reassurance, helping you take proactive steps to support your cat’s long-term health.
- Detect hidden food and environmental sensitivities
- Reduce costly vet visits and guesswork
- Identify specific allergy triggers with clarity
- Simple, stress-free home testing process
- Easy-to-read, detailed results report
What the Results Reveal
The results from the Cat Allergy Test provide a detailed picture of your cat’s sensitivities. You will learn whether allergens are linked to foods such as chicken, beef, or grains, or to environmental factors like dust mites, pollens, or moulds. Each allergen is graded from 0 (no reaction) to 3 (high reaction), allowing you to easily see which substances may be causing problems. With this knowledge, you can make practical adjustments to diet, cleaning routines, or living environments. Early detection and management of allergies help improve your cat’s comfort and can reduce the risk of chronic conditions. Instead of relying on trial-and-error, you’ll have scientifically supported insights into your cat’s unique health profile.
Cat Allergy Test Options and Pricing
We offer three test panels depending on your needs.
- The 64 Allergen IgEI Panel covers a broad range of common food and environmental triggers and is available for $189.
- The 61 Allergen IgEII Panel includes another selection of allergens, such as certain fruits, vegetables, and insects. The cost is $189.
- The 125 Allergen Full Panel for the most complete picture, combines both tests and is priced at $299.
All options include a home testing kit with everything you need to safely collect a sample.
How the Cat Allergy Test Works
The testing process is designed to be simple and stress-free. Your kit will include a lancet, collection card, protective bag, and return envelope. To collect a sample, obtain a small drop of blood from your cat’s ear or paw pad and apply it to the card. Once dry, place it in the protective bag and send it back to the laboratory using tracked mail. In only 5–7 working days, you’ll receive a detailed report showing your cat’s reactions. Each allergen is graded, making it easy to understand. Armed with these results, you can take targeted steps to improve your cat’s comfort, whether by adjusting diet, avoiding certain allergens, or consulting with your vet.
- Collect a small blood sample from your cat’s ear or paw.
- Apply drops to the collection card and let it air-dry.
- Place the card in the protective bag.
- Send it back to the lab using the pre-addressed envelope.
- Receive detailed results.
Preparing Your Cat for Testing
To ensure accurate results, it’s important to follow a few simple steps before collecting your cat’s sample. Do not feed your cat immediately before the test—ideally, collect the sample in the morning before breakfast. Avoid giving medications such as antihistamines, steroids, or anti-itch treatments for at least one to two weeks prior to testing, as these may interfere with results. Antibiotics, however, will not affect the test outcome. Choose a calm, quiet moment when your cat is relaxed and warm, as this makes the process easier. With the right preparation, you can collect a reliable sample quickly and without unnecessary stress for your feline friend.
When Should You Test Your Cat?
Allergy testing can be done at any age, but results are most reliable once your cat’s immune system has matured. For this reason, we recommend testing cats aged 12 months or older for the most accurate long-term outcomes. If your cat shows persistent symptoms such as excessive scratching, skin irritation, digestive issues, or behavioural changes, allergy testing can provide valuable answers. Early detection allows you to take action before symptoms worsen. Even if your cat has been treated previously, retesting later may be helpful, as sensitivities can change over time. Testing at the right stage ensures you get the clearest possible results to guide your cat’s health care.
Benefits of Allergy Testing for Cats
Identifying allergens brings immediate and long-term benefits for both cats and their owners. By knowing the triggers behind your cat’s discomfort, you can prevent ongoing symptoms like itching, sneezing, or digestive upset. This not only improves your cat’s happiness and comfort but also reduces repeated vet visits and medication costs. Allergy testing also helps you make more informed choices about food, treats, and environmental exposure. Many owners notice a significant improvement in their cat’s behaviour and energy once allergens are removed. With accurate results and practical guidance, you can create a healthier environment, giving your cat the quality of life they deserve.
Full List of Allergens Tested in the Cat Allergy Test
The Cat Allergy Test checks your cat’s sensitivity to up to 125 allergens across food, environmental triggers, insects, moulds, and other substances. Below is the complete list of allergens covered by the 64 IgEI Panel, the 61 IgEII Panel, and the combined Full Panel.
| Category | Allergens Tested |
|---|---|
| Food Allergens | Apple, Beef, Carrot, Cheddar/Gouda cheese, Chicken, Codfish, Crab, Duck meat, Egg white, Egg yolk, Lamb meat, Mackerel, Milk, Pea, Peanut, Pork, Potato, Pumpkin, Red deer, Rice, Salmon, Shrimp, Soy bean, Sweet potato, Tomato, Tuna, Turkey meat, Wheat, Anchovy, Banana, Barley, Blue mussel, Blueberry, Broccoli, Buckwheat, Buttermilk, Cabbage, Casein, Clam, Cucumber, Herring, Kiwi, Lentil, Linseed (Flax seed), Mango, Melon, Millet, Oat, Orange, Paprika, Parsley, Peach, Pear, Pineapple, Plum, Rabbit, Radish, Sardine, Sea bass, Spinach, Strawberry, Sweet chestnut, Trout, Watermelon, α-lactalbumin, β-lactoglobulin |
| Environmental Allergens | Acacia, Alder, Bermuda grass, Birch, Common ragweed, Corn, Cottonwood, Cultivated rye, Hazel, Maple leaf sycamore, Mugwort, Oak, Orchard, Plantain, Ryegrass, Sheep’s sorrel, Timothy grass, White ash, White pine, Willow, Bent grass, Common reed grass, Common pigweed, Dandelion, Goldenrod, Japanese cedar, Japanese hop, Ox-eye daisy, Russian thistle, Sweet vernal grass |
| Insects & Arthropods | Acarus siro, Cockroach, Dermatophagoides farinae, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, Flea, Tyrophagus putrescentiae, Bee venom, Blomia tropicalis, Fire ant, Glycyphagus domesticus, Mosquito, Silkworm pupa |
| Moulds & Fungi | Alternaria alternata, Aspergillus fumigatus, Candida albicans, Cladosporium herbarum, Malassezia pachydermatis, Penicillium notatum, Yeast (Baker’s), Yeast (Brewer’s) |
| Other Substances | Dog dander, Feather mix, Wool (sheep), House dust, Hevea latex, Cattle epithelium, CCD |
This comprehensive coverage means you can pinpoint whether your cat is reacting to foods, environmental triggers, parasites, moulds, or other allergens, helping you take clear action to improve their quality of life.
Other Cat DNA and Health Tests
In addition to the Cat Allergy Test, we offer a wide range of other feline health and DNA services. The KnowYourCat Genetic & Breed Test provides insights into your cat’s ancestry, traits, and potential health risks. The Cat Intolerance Test checks for 148 food items and 52 environmental triggers, offering even deeper dietary guidance. For inherited conditions, we provide a Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Test and the CatCheck Genetic Disease Test, which screens for over 75 genetic disorders. These tests complement the Cat Allergy Test, giving you a fuller understanding of your cat’s overall health profile. By combining them, you can build a comprehensive plan for your cat’s wellbeing.