Allergies are becoming more and more common with people and dogs, particularly food and scent allergies. What are some clues your dog could be allergic to something?

Widespread dog allergy symptoms can include:

Itchy, red, moist or scabs on the skin Increased scratching Ear infection Itchy, watery eyes Itchy back or base of tail (most often this is a flea allergy) Itchy ears & ear infections Sneezing Vomiting Diarrhea Snoring caused by a swollen throat Paw biting/licking/swollen paws Rubbing the face Incessant licking

The most destructive of these dog symptoms is scratching, because your dog can scratch herself raw, which can eventually lead to secondary infections, excessive shedding, and hair loss.

What Might Your Dog Be Allergic To? Tree, grass and weed pollens Cleaning chemicals Prescription medication Dust mites Mold spores Dander Feathers Rubber & plastic materials Cigarette smoke Food ingredients Fleas and flea-control products Perfumes Fabrics Shampoo products

How to Identify What Your Dog is Allergic to

Are your dogs allergies seasonal or do the allergies for your dog seem to happen year round? If the symptoms are all year round, one method you can try is to switch out your dog’s food. The most noticeable symptoms for dog food allergies are licking, scratching, and different types of skin problems.

Have you made a recent change in your dogs routine since the allergy problems started? You may need to sort through the above allergy list one by one and try to make changes until you have narrowed down the cause.

Remember, even though your dog could have the above symptoms, he may not have allergies. He may be suffering from any number of other medical issues, such as fleas, worms, or hormonal disorders. Contact your veterinarian to be safe.

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