According to veterinary experts, the majority of physical ailments experience by pet dogs are linked to allergies. Unknown to many, allergies can greatly affect the health of pet dogs, causing a host of ailments and illnesses. When the dog is experiencing some form of allergic reactions, it weakens its immune system, causing further health problems for the dog.
Fortunately, there are many early symptoms that we can look out for before the condition becomes hazardous for our dogs. Common symptoms include excessive hair loss, ear and skin infections. If your dog is experience any of such symptoms, it is best to bring it to the vet immediately to receive prompt treatment.
When a dog has a healthy immune system, parts of the dogs body like the eyes, mouth, ears and skin (that are exposed to germs and bacteria) are kept free of infection as the bodys antibodies keep the bacteria under control. When the dog is experiencing some allergies and the immune system is weakened, the increasing amount of germs and bacteria would cause infections and illnesses.
Most dog allergies are made up of a condition known as atopy. This condition is caused by allergens like dust, pollen and other airborne microscopic particles. When this condition arises, your dog would incessantly scratch its ear, tail and armpit, sometimes causing abrasions that lead to infections. Keeping your house (especially your floor and carpet) clean and having a good air purifier will help control this allergy problem.
Fleabites cause another type of less common dog allergy, known as flea allergic dermatitis. Certain types of fleas can cause skin infections and in certain cases cause chronic allergic reactions (such as respiration problems) that can lead to death. To prevent such reactions, bath your dogs regularly with anti-flea shampoo.
Another common type of dog allergy is caused by certain foods. Poultry, beef and corn are some of the most common causes of food allergy among dogs. You should switch to a different type of feed immediately if you find that your dog is allergic to those foods. Compared to atopy, this is a relatively uncommon form of allergy, making up only 5% of all dog allergy cases. - 22375
Fortunately, there are many early symptoms that we can look out for before the condition becomes hazardous for our dogs. Common symptoms include excessive hair loss, ear and skin infections. If your dog is experience any of such symptoms, it is best to bring it to the vet immediately to receive prompt treatment.
When a dog has a healthy immune system, parts of the dogs body like the eyes, mouth, ears and skin (that are exposed to germs and bacteria) are kept free of infection as the bodys antibodies keep the bacteria under control. When the dog is experiencing some allergies and the immune system is weakened, the increasing amount of germs and bacteria would cause infections and illnesses.
Most dog allergies are made up of a condition known as atopy. This condition is caused by allergens like dust, pollen and other airborne microscopic particles. When this condition arises, your dog would incessantly scratch its ear, tail and armpit, sometimes causing abrasions that lead to infections. Keeping your house (especially your floor and carpet) clean and having a good air purifier will help control this allergy problem.
Fleabites cause another type of less common dog allergy, known as flea allergic dermatitis. Certain types of fleas can cause skin infections and in certain cases cause chronic allergic reactions (such as respiration problems) that can lead to death. To prevent such reactions, bath your dogs regularly with anti-flea shampoo.
Another common type of dog allergy is caused by certain foods. Poultry, beef and corn are some of the most common causes of food allergy among dogs. You should switch to a different type of feed immediately if you find that your dog is allergic to those foods. Compared to atopy, this is a relatively uncommon form of allergy, making up only 5% of all dog allergy cases. - 22375
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