Allergy unfortunately is not a problem only for humans. Itching, sneezing, coughing, ... are just one of the most common symptoms that our beloved dogs can have, too. And unfortunately, no cure has yet been found.
Therefore, when we ask ourselves how to combat allergy in dogs we have to be aware that they will most likely have to undergo treatment for life.
How do I know if my dog has an allergy?
There are many types of allergies: to pollen, to tobacco smoke, to some foods,… Knowing if a dog may have this problem is not very difficult, because we will only have to look at how its body reacts when it is exposed to something. To make it easier for us to find out, we have to know that the most common symptoms are:
- Watery eyes, and they may be red
- Liquid and clear nasal secretions
- Sneezing
- Intense itching
- Cough
- Restlessness
In any case, whenever there is suspicion that the furry may be allergic you have to take him to the vet for testing.
Which is the treatment?
Generalized treatment is the lifetime supply of antihistamine medications, which will decrease the production of histamine, which is what causes the body overreaction when exposed to an allergen. Now, depending on the type of allergy, it may be necessary to change the feed for another of better quality, or the application of moisturizing and / or soothing oils, such as lavender or neem.
In the event that you have a flea bite allergy, the best way to avoid the symptoms is to keep the dog protected with dewormers, whether they are pipettes, collars or sprays. These should be put on especially in spring and summer, which is when these parasites are most active.
I hope these tips are useful to you 🙂.