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Do dogs have allergies? |
i was wondering if dogs had allergies b/c my puppy is hardly doing any thing and doesnt want to go outside today and usally she loves to go outside w/ our other puppies Ginger, Migit, and DeDe and Taco is just stuck in the house and she is misserable but wont go outside and help please write back! thanks *Heather* Yes, as a matter of fact dogs do have allergies. Some will make their eyes water and nose run like a human. Some allergies will actually make their fur fall out and give them 'hot spots' on their skin. Some foods contain soy and wheat gluten which can cause such reactions in a dog. The phrase 'you are what you eat' is very true. If you feed your pet low grade food, their health could suffer. If you give them high quality-no filler-natural ingredient dog food, you will SEE amazing results. I have known some pets who have been sick their whole lives with symptoms vets have been unable to explain or cure turn around into vibrant, healthy pets simply by upgrading them to quality food. However, food isn't the only thing a pet can be allergic to. This year is supposed to be as bad as it can possibly get with the pollen count, so your pet may be suffering from human-like allergies. Fortunately, a lot of human medicine can be used on dogs. My suggestion would be to ask your vet about slipping benedryl into his food if you think he has allergies. Yes they can get allergies but it sounds like she doesnt feel well. maybe you should take her to the vets. Some dogs do have allergies. I'm not sure why you suspect allergies since all you stated indicated she doesn't want to go outside. Not going outside is not an indication of allergies. Keep an eye on her. Feed her light today. Dogs Have Allergies Too There are many things that both the dogs and the dog owners could have in common. For example, both dogs and dog owners could be prone to obesity if not regulating food intake and by not exercising. In addition, dogs and humans may also acquire diseases that results from improper dietary regimen like diabetes, heart diseases, etc. Moreover, the most amusing thing that both dogs and humans share is the fact that they are both vulnerable to allergies. Sounds impossible? Think again. Veterinary experts assert that dogs have allergies too. One of the primary signs of allergies is the itching of their skin. Their respiratory tract system can also be affected with allergies. Normally, dogs will manifest symptoms of respiratory tract allergies like sneezing, wheezing, and coughing. Their nose and their eyes may also manifest a discharge just like humans do whenever they have colds or flu. There are also allergies that may have an effect on their digestive system; hence, it may result to watery stools, diarrhea, or vomiting. Experts say that almost 20% of the dogs in the United States suffer from several types of allergy. So, for people who want to know more about the different allergies that dogs acquire, here is a list of the most common allergies: 1. Allergies from fleas It is a well-known fact that dogs are usually infected with fleas. However, what most people do not know is that they can get allergies through these fleas, too. Well, it is not the fleas that actually cause the allergic reactions in dogs but the flea鈥檚 saliva. Hence, it is important for the dog to undergo a skin allergy examination so as to determine if a particular dog is sensitive to flea saliva. In the event that the dog is allergic to flea saliva, it would be better for the owner to implement a rigorous flea control or flea eradication treatment in order to lessen the allergic reactions. Though, it must be kept in mind that solutions that are used in flea control should be safe to the dogs. 2. Allergies pertaining to foods Like humans, dogs get allergies from food as well. There are instances wherein dogs get allergies from foods that their system cannot tolerate, such as wheat, soy products, pork, beef, whey, fish, eggs, milk, corn, artificial sweeteners, and chemical preservatives that are placed in their food. Moreover, dogs can get allergies in food that they have not tried before. So, the best way to combat this particular allergy problem is to feed the dog with the commercial dog foods more often instead of homemade products. Some signs of allergic reactions to food in dogs are shaking of the head, scratching the ears, irritated skin, biting and licking at the rear feet, inflammations in the ear, sneezing, behavioral changes, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. 3. Atopic Dermatitis Atopic dermatitis is a known allergic skin disease in dogs. This is usually caused by the hypersensitivity of the dog鈥檚 immune system to ordinary substances that can be found in the environment like molds or dust mites. Usually, a dog is said to be suffering from atopic dermatitis when the dog begins to excessively lick and chew its paws, licking the abdomen and its rear feet. Atopic dermatitis can be seen as a saliva staining found in the armpits, between the toes of the paws, and in the groin. In light-colored canines, atopic dermatitis can be seen as a red-brown stain found on the same parts that were mentioned. 4. Allergies resulting from bacteria This is the most common cause of serious allergies in dogs. Generally, there are certain bacteria that thrive in the dog鈥檚 skin. This is known as the species of Staphylococcus bacteria. In most cases, this does not cause allergies in dogs.However, there are certain types of dogs that develop an allergy to it. The most common symptom of this kind of allergy is hair loss along with the development of ringworm like marks in the dog鈥檚 skin. The areas where these marks appear usually get infected, hence, it is important to treat them with antibiotics. Indeed, allergies are not for humans only. Allergies great affects almost 20% of the total population of dogs in the United States, and that is a pretty alarming number. Therefore, it is extremely important for dog owners to know these dog allergies so as to come up with some preventive measures at the first sign of the attack. http://www.dotcomtucson.com/pets/dog_all... yes they do. well they can get depressed try giving them more attention. give them a good diet. not to much meat and not to much vegetables. give them the right amount. tell me wat kinda dog food you give them. use pedigree. thats wat me dog uses. Yes. |
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