The continuous rainy weather is finally coming to an end, and the weather is finally getting warmer. I took the dog out for a spring outing while the spring flowers were blooming, but I found that the dog had skin allergies. Why is this? Do dogs also have the same symptoms as humans? Does pollen cause allergies? Do dogs have other allergy symptoms?

Common allergy symptoms in dogs

1. Keep itching your body

Skin allergy symptoms: Dogs’ bodies will be very itchy. Their itchy places are usually in their noses, stomachs, toes, etc. They will scratch their bodies constantly. They may see red spots on their bellies, hair loss, epidermis peeling off, or Ulcers and even more severe skin symptoms.

Skin allergies may also cause redness, swelling and inflammation of the lips, eyelids, and conjunctiva.

　2. Cause shortness of breath

Respiratory allergic reaction: Dogs will have shortness of breath, sneezing, coughing, become easily agitated, and become emotionally unstable.

3. Diarrhea and abdominal pain

Gastrointestinal allergy symptoms: mainly watery diarrhea and vomiting after eating, mild intestinal inflammation, severe hemorrhagic colitis, and bloody stools.

Causes of dog allergies:

Antigens that induce allergic reactions in dogs are called allergens. There are 2,000-3,000 common antigenic substances that cause allergic reactions, and nearly 20,000 are recorded in medical literature. Common allergens (note: the following may cause allergic reactions in dogs, not necessarily, not all dogs) and specific reactions:

1. Inhaled allergens: Such as pollen, catkins, dust, mites, animal dander, oil, paint, car exhaust, gas, cigarettes, etc.

2. Ingestible allergens: Such as specific proteins, eggs, fish and shrimp, beef and mutton, seafood, animal fats, foreign proteins, alcohol, drugs, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, sesame oils, flavors, onions , ginger, garlic and some vegetables, fruits, etc.

3. Contact allergens: Such as cold air, hot air, ultraviolet rays, radiation, cosmetics, shampoo, dish soap, hair dye, soap, chemical fiber supplies, plastics, metal jewelry (watches, necklaces , rings, earrings), bacteria, mold, viruses, parasites, etc.

4. Injectable allergens: Such as penicillin, streptomycin, heterogeneous serum, etc. PenicilliumSulfonamides are the first drugs to cause drug allergies in dogs and cats; others are sulfa drugs, griseofulvin, cytosine and sulfadimethylisoxazole.

5. Self-tissue antigens: Self-tissue antigens whose structure or composition changes due to mental stress, work pressure, microbial infection, ionizing radiation, burns and other biological and physical and chemical factors.

How to deal with dog allergies

1. Reduce allergic symptoms

The severity of the allergy can be large or small. A mild allergy can only require a desensitization shot, while a severe allergy may directly threaten the life of the dog. Severe allergic symptoms, or allergies caused by drugs or other reasons, must be treated by a doctor as soon as possible.

For symptoms of skin allergies, you can use medicated bath lotions such as Minfukang. Medicated bathing for pets can effectively reduce the symptoms of their reactions

2. Check for allergens and isolate them

Basically all dogs have their own allergens. It is very important to find out which ingredient causes allergies to dogs. You can use the elimination method when it comes to food. If it is impossible to test which ingredient is causing the pet's allergy, the veterinarian may design an allergen test, or allergen test, for the dog. Many hospitals are already able to perform this work. After finding the allergens for the dog, the owner should try not to let the dog come into contact with these things, so as to avoid the occurrence of allergic reactions to the greatest extent.

3. Prevent the recurrence of allergies

​ Corresponding to various possible allergic reactions in the environment, we can make adjustments from aspects such as living habits:

A. Maintain good hygiene habits. The room should be ventilated frequently, which can effectively reduce the amount of dust in the room. Dogs that may be allergic to external parasites must be dewormed regularly.

B. Choose products that are less likely to cause allergies. Try to use materials that are less permeable and avoid those that tend to trap dust and debris, such as fabric curtains, bedding and carpets. Sofa covers, bedding, curtains, dog's nests and toilets should all be changed and washed regularly. Use a micro filter on your vacuum cleaner to clean up allergens more efficiently.

C. Comb the dog's hair so that the combed dander and coat can be left outside to ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the indoor environment.

D. Bathe the dog regularly. The allergens carried by the dog are no less than those in the outside world. Research shows that bathing your dog regularly is more effective. An American allergy and asthma expert believes that it is common for companion animals to be washedThe frequency of bathing should not be more than once every 10 days.

E. Immunotherapy can reduce symptoms. Doctors try to reduce the patient's immune system's sensitivity to animals by using probiotics Minclodin, which stimulates the body to produce antibodies that lock in allergens and reduce or avoid allergic reactions.

In fact, allergy symptoms are not far away from dogs. Genetic defects caused by improper breeding and improper feeding methods are making the occurrence of allergic symptoms more and more likely. Maintain good pet-raising habits. Even if you encounter suspected allergic symptoms, contact your pet doctor promptly and deal with them effectively. Allergic symptoms are not terrible.