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Posted by Bobbie | Posted in cure | Posted on 28-05-2011

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Your Dog Allergies Treatment Options

There is currently an estimated one in every seven dogs that suffer from some type of allergy. When your beloved companion has this problem it is hard for both you and your pet to cope with. There are many dog allergies treatment options you can provide to your pooch.

When the immune system has a greater than normal response to a substance, the result is an allergic reaction. A substance that your pet's skin has come in contact with, eaten, or inhaled can be the allergen. As the over excited immune system attempts to expel the allergen from the body the result is allergic symptoms.

The skin is the most commonly noticed site of allergic reactions, but can also effect the respiratory and digestive system. A canine may display excessive itching, sneezing, begin regular vomiting, or have sudden problems with diarrhea. Hair loss is also noticed by owners, as well as paw chewing, watery eyes, snoring, or a change in the personality of their companion.

Humans and dogs share the same ability to be allergic to a number of different substances. Allergic reactions are associated with four basic forms. Canine atopy, food, contact and flea dermatitis.

Allergies to food and fleas is explained by the name. Contact dermatitis is a skin irritation that occurs due to a substance touching the dermis it can be liquid or solid in nature. Canine atopy is the result of something that is inhaled like pollen or mold.

Similar to humans, the severity of the allergic reaction will demand varied degrees of attention. Your veterinarian may need to give a prescription antihistamine, a specially formulated shampoo, oral or topical steroids or antibiotics. Just as seen with humans, your dog is capable of having a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction as well.

There are a large number of herbs that have been used both topically and internally to handle the problematic symptoms of this condition. Topical solutions made from peppermint, lavender, rose, or chamomile can provide immediate relief from the itching. You may provide oral herbs like garlic, Echinacea, alfalfa, aloe, or others with the guidance of your veterinarian. Extreme care should be used when using herbal remedies, you will need the supervision of a veterinarian to prevent health risks to your pet.

In some cases the best way to treat and prevent a problem is to get rid of the allergen that is causing the problem. In the event dermatitis is the result of fleas the best response is to eliminate the infestation. A problem involving contact dermatitis can be addressed in the same manner, by getting rid of the substance that is the causative agent. Food allergies can be tricker to contain since it will take time and the use of a elimination diet to determine the ingredient causing the reaction.

Dog allergies treatment can be a difficult task for some owners. Just like humans your pet may have more than one trigger for the allergic response. By working in conjunction with your veterinarian you will be able to identify and treat the cause. The long term goal should be to lessen the immune response or eliminate the allergen from the environment of your pet, this will help to keep both pet and owner in an amicable mood.

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