New York City, NY • Reviewed by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM
Pet Allergies (Skin & Environmental) in New York City
Atopic dermatitis (environmental allergies) and food allergies cause chronic itching, ear infections, hot spots, and skin infections. It's the most common chronic complaint in veterinary practice — second only to dental disease in prevalence.
For New York City pet parents: a New York-licensed RexVet veterinarian can manage allergies for your pet by video — refill requests where state rules allow, monitoring, dose adjustments — all for $64.99 per visit.
- Per visit
- $64.99
- Family Plan
- $120 one-time
- Rating
- 4.9★ · 8,313+ reviews
- Licensed in
- FL, NY & VA
Licensed in NY · Reviewed by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM · Last updated 2026-09-12
Signs of allergies in pets
- Constant licking, scratching, or chewing (paws, belly, armpits, face)
- Recurring ear infections (especially yeast)
- Hot spots and skin sores
- Red, inflamed skin between toes
- Hair loss in itchy areas
- Recurring GI signs with food allergies (vomiting, diarrhea, gas)
Standard treatment for allergies
- Apoquel (oclacitinib) — daily oral itch control
- Cytopoint (lokivetmab) — monthly injectable itch antibody (dogs)
- Atopica (cyclosporine) — immune modulator
- Prednisone for acute severe flares (short-term only)
- Allergen-specific immunotherapy (allergy shots or oral drops)
- Medicated baths (chlorhexidine, miconazole)
- Strict elimination food trial (8-12 weeks) for food allergy diagnosis
What a $64.99 RexVet video visit can do for New York City pet parents
Apoquel refill requests (where state rules allow), discussing whether Cytopoint is an option (it is given as an injection at a clinic), food trial planning and coaching, flare triage, secondary infection management, and chronic disease monitoring are top telehealth use cases.
Start a $64.99 video visit →For emergencies (severe lethargy, breathing distress, suspected toxin exposure), in-person ER care is required — New York City has multiple 24-hour clinics, and RexVet can triage by video first.
Manage your New York City pet's allergies with a licensed New York vet
$64.99 flat — no membership, no subscription, no surge pricing. If the veterinarian prescribes, a pharmacy fills the prescription and a pharmacy transfer fee applies.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a RexVet online vet treat my New York City pet's allergies?
Yes — RexVet visits are with a veterinarian licensed in New York, which includes New York City. Apoquel refill requests (where state rules allow), discussing whether Cytopoint is an option (it is given as an injection at a clinic), food trial planning and coaching, flare triage, secondary infection management, and chronic disease monitoring are top telehealth use cases. A $64.99 video visit gets you a New York-licensed vet, and where they decide medication is appropriate it can be sent to a pharmacy near you.
What are the signs of allergies in pets?
Common signs: Constant licking, scratching, or chewing (paws, belly, armpits, face); Recurring ear infections (especially yeast); Hot spots and skin sores; Red, inflamed skin between toes; Hair loss in itchy areas. New York City pet parents seeing these can review with a RexVet New York-licensed vet via $64.99 video visit.
How is allergies treated?
Standard treatment: Apoquel (oclacitinib) — daily oral itch control; Cytopoint (lokivetmab) — monthly injectable itch antibody (dogs); Atopica (cyclosporine) — immune modulator; Prednisone for acute severe flares (short-term only). Apoquel refill requests (where state rules allow), discussing whether Cytopoint is an option (it is given as an injection at a clinic), food trial planning and coaching, flare triage, secondary infection management, and chronic disease monitoring are top telehealth use cases.
When does my New York City pet need in-person care?
In-person for initial dermatology workup, allergy testing, ear flush + cytology, severe infections requiring sedation. Refill requests (where state rules allow) and monitoring are highly suitable for telehealth.
Where can I get my New York City pet's prescriptions filled?
RexVet is not a pharmacy. If the veterinarian prescribes, a pharmacy fills the prescription and a pharmacy transfer fee applies. Refill requests can be handled by $64.99 video visit where state rules allow.
How fast can I see a New York-licensed vet for my New York City pet?
You choose the visit time when you book — a New York-licensed veterinarian takes video visits about 8 AM to 11 PM Eastern, every day. No membership, no subscription — every visit is $64.99 flat.
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Medical review by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM
Chief Executive Officer & Lead Veterinarian, RexVet. Licensed in Florida, New York, and Virginia.
This page is an educational reference and does not replace veterinary advice. Always consult a licensed veterinarian about your individual pet.