Top 10 surprising Allergy in Dogs

Top 10 Surprising Allergy in Dogs

Allergy in Dogs

Dogs, like humans, can be vulnerable to various allergies. Some breeds, such as Retrievers, Terriers, setter, and flat-faced descendants (Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, the people of France, etc.) are more prone to Allergies than others. Here are 10 allergies that may surprise you when it comes to your dog.

 

1.Airborne pollens

Pollen from grass, trees, flowers, and weeds can cause dogs to suffer from allergy symptoms such as inflamed skin or itchiness. Commonly affected areas are the skin, ears, and paws. Want to know how you can kick those pesky seasonal allergies to the curb? We’ve go you covered, here.

 

 2.Animal and human dander

 That’s right, believe it or not, but your dog can actually be allergic to you! Dogs allergic to dander typically have itchy/inflamed skin and might sneeze or have a runny nose. Vets can treat a dander allergy with allergy shots or oral drops.

 

3.Mold spores

Mold is the second most common allergy for dogs and typically causes skin irritation. You can reduce mold levels in your home and alleviate some of your dogs allergy symptoms, by checking your house for signs of mold growth, spot cleaning when mold is present, adding dehumidifiers, and cleaning air conditioning filters.

4.Cigarette smoke

Second hand smoke from cigarettes, as well as residual toxins left on unwashed hands after someone smokes, can cause dogs to suffer from allergic reactions. Symptoms can cause dogs to scratch or bite itchy. inflamed skin.

5.Feathers

If your dog has allergy symptoms, don’t dismiss feathers just because you don’t have a pet bird–dogs can be allergic to feathers found in down comforters, as well as pillows.

6.Food ingredients

Food allergies can show up at any age, and can cause itchy skin, chronic ear infections, or stomach upset like vomiting and diarrhea.

7.Fleas and flea-control products

Dogs can be allergic to a flea’s saliva and suffer from a allergic reaction when bitten by a flea. The most common allergic reaction fleas is a skin disease called atopic dermatitis.

8.Dust and house dust mites

Dust and dust mites (tiny microscopic spiders that live on mattresses, sofas, carpets, etc–GROSS) can cause some dogs to suffer from a skin disease called atopic dermatitis. If your dog suffers from a dust allergy it’s good to clean your dog’s bed at least once a week and vacuum bi-weekly.

9.Prescription drugs

Dogs can have allergic reactions to medicines like anesthetic drugs, antibiotics, and vaccines, as well as flea and tick medications. Common reactions include a swollen face, itchiness, and hives.

10.Perfume

Some dogs are sensitive to perfumes or other similar products like  household air fresheners.