Welcome to Stop Dog Food Allergies!

Symptoms of dog food allergies can range from mild annoyances to extremely dangerous reactions, depending on the duration and severity of exposure. It can be difficult to tell the difference between an allergy and intolerance, but both are typically treated in the same way.

Generally, intolerances in dogs exhibit all the same signs as an upset stomach: diarrhea, vomiting, and extreme discomfort. Allergies may manifest in all sorts of undesirable forms: odor, loss of hair, rashes, bumps, infections, and… oozing.

Basically, these symptoms would be difficult for a human to endure, let alone a speechless pup.

What Do I Do? My Dog Has Allergies!

It may be scary to see some of the more severe dog food allergies symptoms exhibited by your canine, but don’t rush off to the vet immediately! It will help speed up the process if you compile some important information first. Begin by finding an empty bag of your canine’s current dog food and clip the section detailing the ingredients, and compile a list of any recent brands your pet may have recently tried. Any treats, table scraps, and houseplants should be quickly but legibly documented as well.

Allergy and Intolerance Treatment

Based on previous exposures and regular diet, your veterinarian (we always recommend finding a Holistic or Natural Care inclined Vet in your area) will recommend a special variety of hypoallergenic food that should control the symptoms. These brands typically contain novel proteins that your canine is unlikely to have been exposed to before, and will lack any artificial colorings, preservatives, and flavors. Common ingredients may include duck, lamb, rice, or any number of uncommon but typically better-adjusted options.

Switching from one commercial brand to another is never an adequate test, since each brand is likely to contain the same staple proteins. All chews and treats should be eliminated for the time being, until the veterinarian can green light an appropriate variety.

The Next Step…

Unless the hypoallergenic mix is recommended, the veterinarian may suggest reintroducing common dog food ingredients one by one. Whenever the offending ingredient is added to your canines diet, they should begin to exhibit the same symptoms of dog food allergies as before. This way, the canine’s diet will not be limited, and you can begin a regimen of natural holistic care.

Ending an allergy epidemic will restore normalcy to the household while opening the door to a better, more complete, lifestyle for you and your pet.

Treating this potentially dangerous problem takes time and patience, but you will get to have the unique experience of learning your unique pup’s very special needs. A matter of fact, you will be so well acquainted with your canine’s digestive system that you will never want to think about it again! Of course, you will have to keep a careful eye after any new diet switch because symptoms can always resurface with a vengeance!

Dog food allergies are certainly no joke, and a quality veterinarian should be able to pinpoint not only the cause, but also future preventative measures that are tailored just for your best friend.

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