Canine Allergy Symptoms

A canine allergy can have a multitude of causes ranging from food allergies, environmental (atopy) allergens, adverse reactions to medications and an allergy to fleas and flea bites. It must be noted that a canine allergy is very common, effecting 1 in 7 dogs.  If a dog is having an allergic reaction it is usually [...]

Posted by on 4 September 2010 | 11:23 pm

How to Identify Dog Allergy Symptoms

When your dog is presenting with uncontrollable scratching, licking and itching the most likely cause is an allergic reaction. Dog allergy symptoms can become quite unbearable for your dog and if left unattended can result in a severe reaction. At the first sign of irritation it is advisable to check your dog for either a [...]

Posted by on 1 September 2010 | 11:19 pm

Dog Skin Allergy Symptoms

A dog skin allergy would be one of the most common health problems and also most difficult condition to treat in dogs. To isolate what your dog is allergic to it is advisable to first implement an elimination diet. Food products and a lack of proper nutrition would be the most common cause of a [...]

Posted by on 30 August 2010 | 4:12 am

Hypoallergenic Pets

Hypoallergenic means to cause less allergic reactions in allergy sufferers. Hypo means less, not none, as is commonly thought. Hypoallergenic pets may still cause allergies in people that are  severe allergy sufferers, but because of the pets absence of fur or coat type the animal produces less allergens than other breeds of the same species. [...]

Posted by on 26 August 2010 | 8:31 pm

Allergic to Dog Symptoms

It can be quite frustrating to be a dog lover and also be allergic to dogs. What are the causes? Dog allergies are a far more prevalent problem than most people may realize. Some people think that the allergy stems from the fur/hair on the dog, and think that breeds with longer hair trigger the [...]

Posted by on 25 August 2010 | 6:48 am

How Canine Skin Allergies can Affect your Dog

Canine skin allergies are fairly common, and you will find most dogs will suffer one or more skin problem at some time during their lives. Fortunately a large majority of canine skin allergies are easy to treat and clear up quite rapidly. The most common skin problems in dogs seem to be warts, abscesses, dermatitis [...]

Posted by on 21 August 2010 | 5:54 am

Best Dogs for People with Allergies

Unfortunately many adults and children suffer from allergies and feel they have to miss out on the joys of being a dog owner. Thankfully, there are a number of dogs for people with allergies to choose from, granted the selection may be limited but dog ownership is a possibility. It is important to note that [...]

Posted by on 18 August 2010 | 10:47 pm

How to Identify Canine Allergies

Similar to the human population the incidence of canine allergies is increasing. There are three main categories of canine allergies. Food Allergy Flea Allergic Dermatitis Atopy Some dogs can be affected by one or more of these allergies. The symptoms of canine allergies or an allergic reaction are not always straightforward. Canine allergies tend to [...]

Posted by on 17 August 2010 | 5:39 am

Allergy Dog Food – is there a solution?

Many owners are not aware of the fact that allergy dog food accounts for a significant percentage of allergy issues in dogs. Unfortunately in some cases the condition can go unnoticed for an extended period of time. If your pet is an allergy dog food victim, the most common symptoms include: 1. swollen stomach 2. [...]

Posted by on 11 August 2010 | 10:43 pm

Treating the Symptoms of Dog Skin Allergies

Dog skin allergies can be quite difficult for owners to treat. Diagnosing the cause of the dog’s skin allergy is the first step in treating the problem, as exposure to the irritant must be eliminated all together. In many instances, dog skin allergies can arise quickly. Contact dermatitis can cause severe discomfort for many dogs, [...]

Posted by on 8 August 2010 | 8:04 pm

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