Archive for Dog Allergies
Canine Bacterial Allergies and Treatment
Posted by: | CommentsThe most common problem in this instance is Staphylococcus (Staph) bacteria. Canine Allergies relating to Staph bacteria can include the following symptoms:
- Areas of hair loss and skin crusting that look like ringworm
- Lesions
Pyoderma is another term used to refer to bacterial skin diseases in dogs. This is commonly caused by bacteria called the Staphylococcus (Staph).
The Staph bacteria has several species of its Continue reading
Contact Allergies In Dogs
Posted by: | CommentsAllergies relating to contact with items such as flea collars, plastic feeding bowls, shirts or sweaters and wool bedding and can include the following symptoms:
- Redness
- Swelling
- Itching
- Hair loss
Contact allergies occur when a dog develops sensitivity and manifests adverse reactions to objects that its skin comes in contact with. It is the least common among the four general types of dog allergies Continue reading
Dog Flea Allergies
Posted by: | CommentsAllergies caused by fleas can include the following symptoms:
- Excessive scratching
- Lesions and sores
- Hair loss
The most common skin disease among dogs is flea allergic dermatitis. The allergies are caused by the fleas’ saliva and the symptoms are aggravated by the dog. On a normal animal, a single flea bite will have a minimal effect. But for a dog with flea allergies, the bite Continue reading
Dog Food Allergies – common dog food allergies
Posted by: | CommentsProteins from chicken, milk, eggs, corn, wheat, soy and especially beef cause this type of problem. Allergies relating to food can include the following symptoms:
- Non-seasonal and excessive scratching
- Dogs respond poorly to cortisone type medications
- Digestive disorders
- Respiratory distress
My dog once started scratching himself uncontrollably. I had been up to date as to his grooming and I am convinced this problem is Continue reading
Inhalant Allergies In Dogs – Atopy
Posted by: | CommentsInhalant Allergies, Atopy, are caused by dust, mildew, moulds and pollens and can include the following symptoms:
- Excessive scratching
- Coughing
- Sneezing
- Discharge from the eyes
An inhalant allergy, otherwise known as atopy, is the most common type suffered by dogs. Much like in human situations, certain elements in the atmosphere inevitably acts as allergens when inhaled. These may be molds, mildew, house dust mites Continue reading
Do You Have Allergies To Dogs?
Posted by: | CommentsWhat a cute puppy, you think. Then it comes – the sneezing, the sniffling, the eyes running like open faucets. Ugh, the bittersweet romance that you endure if you love dogs, but suffer dog-related allergies.
Allergies to dogs are generally based on reactions to their dander and saliva. The dander – tiny particles released from the hair and skin – become airborne and get trapped in upholstery, curtains and Continue reading