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Frequently Asked Questions: Dog Allergies
Revival Animal Health Educational Staff
Are certain dog breeds more allergy-prone?
No
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What is an allergy?
Allergies are sensitivity to a protein, but most refer to pollens and grass of warm months.
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What are the most common symptoms that my dog has allergies?
Runny eyes, scratching and hair loss as well as dull coats. A common sign is also an increase "dog smell" from turning over the layers of skin and oils faster than normal due to irritation of skin.
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What are some common types of allergies?
Food allergies, pollen allergies, and grass contact allergies.
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At what age could my dog begin to develop allergies?
Most start between 1 and 3 years of age and get better at reacting (more sensitive) each season.
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Is there anything I can apply topically or give orally to my dog to temporarily reduce his skin irritations?
Both need to be used to keep the allergy pet comfortable. Allergy shampoo twice a week will eliminate and neutralize the allergens on the pets skin and sprays can be used between shampoo to keep allergen effects to a minimum.
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How does an allergen create allergies?
The body's immune system looks to prevent foreign protein and especially viruses and bacteria from invading, by mounting an immune response to them. When dogs gets sensitive to pollen protein, the body mounts a response where that protein comes in contact with the body causing inflammation and itching. The more this issue goes unchecked, the bigger the response the next time. All allergies should be treated.
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