10 Easy Tips to Manage Dog Allergies
So, here are some pointers to get headed in the right direction. Tip #1: For Allergy-Free Puppies, Don’t Breed Allergic Dogs “Allergy” is a genetically influenced disease. Allergies result from an aberration in the genes that control T-lymphocyte function. Mentioned in a different way, allergic dogs have T lymphocytes that respond more vigorously than the […]
6 FAQs About Allergy Medicine For Dogs
Sometimes allergy medicine for dogs is the only thing that works. Here’s why. Dog allergies are a vicious cycle. One symptom causes another, which causes the first symptom to worsen. If you’ve had a pet with allergies, you know there’s always more than one instigator. Always more than one issue. Allergies are one of the […]
How to Perform a Food Trial for Dog Allergies
Over the past four weeks, though, Fluffy has started to itch and show dog food allergy symptoms. Pondering the thought that the itching could be due to diet, Mrs. Jones, based on advice from the pet store employee, changes Fluffy’s diet. Fluffy now: Is now eating the filet mignon of dog food, a raw diet. Certainly […]
6 Most Common Causes of Dog Skin Problems
Your skin swells, turn red and itches much worse than any mosquito bite you’ve ever had. Fido feels this way every day, day after day after day. Dog skin problems and allergies are one of the most common issues faced by pet owners, veterinarians, and – most importantly – dogs. These itchy canine issues include: […]
You Don’t Have to be a Veterinarian to Recognize Dog Allergy Symptoms
Your dog itches! “I know!” you say. “But, all dogs do!” Dogs itch because they have allergies. Understanding Dog Allergy Symptoms Allergies in dogs are common. In fact, dog itching symptoms, dog sneezing symptoms, and dog coughing symptoms due to allergies drive the business of veterinary medicine. Most veterinarians will agree the number one […]
Why Dog Allergies Are Almost Always a Chronic Headache
Yes, dog allergies are a chronic headache! Not only to dogs, but to their pet parents as well! It happens every single night: lick, chew, scratch. And again: lick, chew, scratch. Damn! “This is driving me crazy! It’s driving my dog crazy, too!” “Honey, I can’t sleep! The dog sneezing all night long is […]