Miss Daisy

Canine Reporter

From personal experience as a dog, I have several suggestions for training humans to become better dog mentors.

No matter what kind of allergy your dog has, avoiding the allergen that triggers the disease minimizes the symptoms experienced by your pet, and keeps your pet healthy and allergy-free.

The most common is itching of the skin, either localized (one area) or generalized (all over the dog). If your dog is allergic to such substances, there will be skin irritation and itching at the points of contact. There will often be open sores or scabs on the skin, allowing a secondary bacterial infection to begin.

Skin allergies are very common in dogs. Skin diseases in dogs such as ear infections and allergies, are some of the most common health problems in dogs. Skin irritation usually shows up around the eyes and mouth, armpits, stomach, and anal area.

For skin condition try: Mist or wipe the spots with a solution of Oxy-Drops (1 teaspoon + 1 cup distilled water). Skin or serum (blood) testing for different allergens may then be performed to help pinpoint the exact cause.

The most common is itching of the skin, either localized (one area) or generalized (all over the dog). On the other hand, the flea allergic dog has a severe, itch-producing reaction when the flea’s saliva is deposited in the skin. There will often be open sores or scabs on the skin, allowing a secondary bacterial infection to begin.

Is your dog always scratching his skin, causing blisters and sores to form all over his body. Using shampoos that contain eucalyptus and aloe vera can help relieve the itching that your dog experiences until the skin heals. Diets rich in vitamins, minerals and fatty acids also aid in keeping your dog’s skin healthy.

Unlike humans who react to allergens with nasal symptoms, dogs react with skin problems. Food allergies account for only about 10% of allergy problems in dogs, however they are easily treated so it makes sense to test for them if you suspect they may be the culprit of your dog’s skin problems. Often times the flea control program produces more harmful effects than the fleas, including seizures and skin problems, so please use caution.

It is not the dog hair itself that causes the allergy, but the old skin cells (dander) that are constantly being shed. Skin irritation usually shows up around the eyes and mouth, armpits, stomach, and anal area. Skin becomes thickened, greasy and has a strong odor. Skin diseases in dogs such as ear infections and allergies, are some of the most common health problems in dogs.

For some people, allergens present in dog saliva and skin cells (dander) can cause allergies. The main symptoms of food allergies in dogs include facial itching, chronic hot spots, limb chewing, belly itching, recurrent ear infections and dry, itchy skin. The skin of an allergy free dog should be smooth, without scales, free from fleas, ticks and no visible redness.

Essential fatty acids are important to a dog’s skin health. Even non essential fatty acids like Omega 3’s can help support good skin health. Amino acids and minerals like zinc also play an important role in maintaining your dogs healthy skin. Coarse brittle hair, excessive hair loss and itchy skin can be signs of an amino and fatty acid deficiency. Unlike humans who react to allergens with nasal symptoms, dogs react with skin problems.

Food allergies account for only about 10% of allergy problems in dogs, however they are easily treated so it makes sense to test for them if you suspect they may be the culprit of your dog’s skin problems.

Prevention is better than cure; the best premium all natural diet is the first weapon against dog skin problems and dog allergies.

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