Some people are allergic to pollen, dust, nuts, milk products, and even to the pets they own. And just like their pet owners, dogs can be allergic to one thing or another as well.
A dog will start exhibiting allergic signs and symptoms when their immune systems recognize the presence of allergens in their environments. When your canine friend inhales, ingests these allergens, or their skin comes into contact with these substances, the various system in the dog’s body will try to expel these allergens.
A dog will start exhibiting allergic signs and symptoms when their immune systems recognize the presence of allergens in their environments. When your canine friend inhales, ingests these allergens, or their skin comes into contact with these substances, the various system in the dog’s body will try to expel these allergens.
Signs That Your Dog Has Allergies
How do you know if your dog is suffering from a form of allergy? Here are the usual signs of allergies in dogs:
• Your dog has patches of red and irritated skin that feel hot whenever you touch them.
• Your pup is continuously shaking its head, scratching, and licking certain parts of its body.
• Your dog always seems to have a bad case of dandruff.• Your canine friend is always scratching or rubbing his or her ears with his or her paws or on the furniture.
• Waxy discharge coming from the dog’s ears that is red in color and has odor.
• Your dog is constantly sneezing and coughing a lot and/or has discharge coming from his or her or nose and/or eyes.
• Your dog is always rubbing his or her face. The presence of sore spots around the pup’s muzzle and red areas around the eyes are also indications of a possible allergic reaction.
• Your pup is constantly chewing or licking his or her feet. This usually indicates that he or she is possibly allergic to pollen.
• Your canine friend is suffering from weakness due to loss of appetite, vomiting or diarrhea. If your dog has these symptoms, he or she may have food intolerance or allergy.
• Your dog is constantly wheezing and has difficulty breathing.
• Lastly, your dog has a sudden change in mood, seems to be always tired, or is less playful than normal.
If you notice one or more of these signs and symptoms, the first step you have to take is to bring your pup to a veterinarian. Your vet will then examine the condition of your dog and try to identify the cause or source of the allergy. In the instance that the vet can’t pinpoint the cause of the allergy, he or she will recommend that your pet undergo a skin or blood test and sometimes, even an elimination diet.
About the Author:
Barry Harrison is a veterinary student and aspiring blogger. He recommends reading more about the usual signs of allergies in dogs on this link.
• Lastly, your dog has a sudden change in mood, seems to be always tired, or is less playful than normal.
If you notice one or more of these signs and symptoms, the first step you have to take is to bring your pup to a veterinarian. Your vet will then examine the condition of your dog and try to identify the cause or source of the allergy. In the instance that the vet can’t pinpoint the cause of the allergy, he or she will recommend that your pet undergo a skin or blood test and sometimes, even an elimination diet.
About the Author:
Barry Harrison is a veterinary student and aspiring blogger. He recommends reading more about the usual signs of allergies in dogs on this link.
