328. Managing Itchy Cats: Apoquel, Zenrelia, and the Reality of Off-Label Treatment

The Derm Vet Podcast · Jun 11, 2026 · 18m

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Can cats safely take Apoquel or Zenrelia? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the use of JAK inhibitors in feline dermatology, exploring the science behind atopic disease, practical treatment considerations, and the realities of off-label medication use in cats.

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro

01:31 Itch Inquiry: Atopic Dogs and the pathophysiology

04:22 JAK…