5Strands Pet Food Intolerance Test, at Home Sensitivity Test for Dogs & Cats, 270 Items, Hair Analysis, Accurate for All Ages & Breeds, Pet Gut Health, Fast 5 Day Results

I recently tried the 5Strands Pet Food Intolerance Test, and it has been a game-changer for my dog's well-being. Discovering that my Chihuahua is allergic to almost all foods except for about seven has been both eye-opening and transformative. This test is not only affordable, but also incredibly easy to use, well-organized, and fast. In a world where pet care can often feel like a luxury, 5Strands provides an essential service that helps pet parents like me ensure our furry friends' health and comfort. My dog has already been to emergency care due to diet mismatches - I hope to never experience that again thanks to 5 strands! I dont want to to do the invasive testing offered by the dermatologist I consulted.The peace of mind this test offers is invaluable. As my beloved Chihuahua ages, seeing her suffer less from food-related issues and live more comfortably is my top priority. The detailed results from the 5Strands test have given me a clear roadmap to adjust her diet and potentially enhance her quality of life. I am hopeful that this dietary change will bring about the positive changes I dream of for her. Thank you, 5Strands, for providing such a vital and accessible tool for pet care!

If you’re like us and have thrown good money after bad trying to help your dog get relief, stop the madness and start HERE.First of all, the speed of service is fantastic. I mailed Harriet’s hair sample on a Tuesday and the results were emailed to me the next Tuesday. The results are clear and easy to read (color coded by level of intolerance, grouped by “protein,” “veggies,” “additives,” etc.)Harriet is a chocolate lab-pit mix, known for allergies. She was perfect from age 5 wks til shortly after her first birthday, then she started having chronic ear infections. A short time later, the scratching and paw-licking started. My baby is now nearly 2 1/2 yrs old and has been miserable while we’ve spent money hand over fist at the vet trying to help her. We spent a lot on Apoquel alone ($160 the first month, $80 a month thereafter) only to find it didn’t help. Steroids helped at first, but no longer do. We tried probiotics. We tried CBD. We changed her diet to one recommended by her vet, to include kibble with lamb (and rice) or fish as the protein, w/some olive oil or an egg mixed in, and were told for treats to give her cottage cheese, banana, or plain yogurt. Nothing changed.According to these results, lo and behild, she has a level 3 (severe) intolerance to lamb, many types of fish, white rice, olive oil, chicken egg whites, bananas, AND cottage cheese! Plus a number of other moderate-to- severe intolerances to most additives and dyes.We are going to begin the elimination process recommended by 5Strands by preparing her food ourselves using what she CAN have, as well as making her treats, and go from there. Please note, you don’t HAVE to make your own dog food; there are other ways to approach this process; we just chose this method to hopefully bring her quicker relief, as she has severe intolerances to so many additives and dyes, and then we will start reintroducing offending foods as directed once her symptoms have resolved. I will update this review in 4-6 wks with the results.I would like to add, as far as the (relatively few) negative reviews, take them with a grain of salt, as it appears to me many of those unhappy folks gave a negative review because they either didn’t LIKE the results (“it says my dog is intolerant to everything!”etc), didn’t implement the steps to take outlined by 5Strands upon receiving the results, or simply read the results incorrectly. You’ll also read, “this isn’t legit science” or “my vet says it’s a waste of money.” That depends on the vet; just like human doctors, they have different opinions and I have heard from some vets who think that way, but also some who not only DO recommend this testing, they employ it in their practice. Our vet wanted $400-600 for a blood test for allergies. We’re not independently wealthy, so I’d rather start here and pay $88.Bottom line, if you’re like us and have spent boatloads of money trying to help your dog feel better with no results, start here. For the cost of a month of Apoquel, you can get to the root of the problem and take the necessary steps to bring relief!

I've used 5Strands food sensitivity test for my sensitive Frenchie twice now, and it has been incredibly helpful. Two years ago, I did a pet food and raw food intolerance test to guide me in managing my dog's sensitivities. Despite what vets said about the accuracy of food allergy testing, I found this test to be a game-changer for identifying food sensitivities. Recently, when my pup started showing signs of hives as she aged, I decided to retest. The results revealed that some of the foods she was consuming were triggering level 3 sensitivities. After eliminating these foods, the hives disappeared within days. While this test may not be for allergies, it's remarkably accurate for sensitivities. The testing process is simple - just pluck some hairs, mailing them in and then you receive results quickly. If you have an itchy dog or one prone to hives, I highly recommend this test as a valuable tool for managing their diet and being a tool to use.

This test was helpful in determining the foods and the ingredients that my dog has intolerances to. By cutting those out of her food dish, we are seeing a reduction in licking, rubbing, scratching and yeasty smell. To me that was a better value for my money than another vet visit.