Many people say use cheese for training treats but when I try, Leif has a badly upset tummy after. Is it coincidence? I don’t know. I’m reluctant to try again but he loves it. He does have a very sensitive tummy. Seems possibly cottage cheese and eggs too. I cut out pork as that upset him too. Do you suggest trying one at a time again please? I did have an allergy test which showed a few different grasses too.

Hey everyone, This one's going to ruffle some feathers... but it needs to be said. Apoquel is one of the most prescribed allergy medications for dogs. Chances are, your vet has either prescribed it or suggested it. And I get why—it works FAST. Like, within 4-24 hours fast, but here's what most vets won't tell you when they hand you that prescription... Let me break down the REAL pros and cons (including the stuff buried in the fine print). ✅ THE PROS (Why Vets Love It): 1. Lightning-Fast ReliefApoquel stops itching within hours. For a dog scratching until they bleed, that's life-changing. 2. Actually Works for Most DogsStudies show 70-80% of dogs get relief. Those are pretty good odds. 3. Better Than SteroidsCompared to prednisone, Apoquel has fewer side effects—less weight gain, less excessive drinking/urination. 4. Long-Term Use is "Safe"Unlike steroids that wreck your dog's body over time, Apoquel can be used indefinitely (with vet monitoring). 5. ConvenientPop a pill, itching stops. Simple. Sounds pretty good, right? Here's where it gets complicated... ⚠️ THE CONS (What They Don't Emphasize): 1. It Suppresses Your Dog's Immune SystemApoquel works by blocking the enzymes that cause allergic reactions. But those same enzymes are part of your dog's immune defense. Translation: Your dog becomes more vulnerable to infections and potentially cancer. 2. The Cost Will Shock You💰 $60-$150 per month depending on your dog's size💰 $720-$1,800 per year💰 $5,100-$13,000 over 5 years (including vet visits and bloodwork) And that's assuming no complications. 3. It's a Band-Aid, Not a CureApoquel masks the symptom (itching) but does NOTHING to fix why your dog is itching in the first place. Gut health? Still broken. Nutritional deficiencies? Still there. Environmental triggers? Still causing inflammation. 4. You Can't StopMost dogs need Apoquel for life. Stop the medication? The itching comes roaring back within 48 hours. Your dog is now dependent. 5. Side Effects HappenCommon ones include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, ear infections, and skin infections (ironic, right?).