What is food allergy in dogs?
Food allergy is an exaggerated response of the immune system to a specific protein in the diet. It develops after repeated exposure, so it can appear with a feed that the dog has eaten for years without any problem.
Symptoms of food allergy in dogs
Generalized itching especially in paws, ears and groin area. Repeated otitis. Cutaneous eruptions. Diarrhea or chronic loose stools. Chicken is the most frequent allergen in dogs in Spain.
How is it diagnosed? The elimination diet
There is no reliable blood test for food allergy. The only valid diagnosis is the elimination diet: switch to a mono-protein hypoallergenic feed for 8-12 strict weeks.
Top 5 most common allergens in dogs
1. Chicken (the most common). 2. Wheat / gluten. 3. Soy. 4. Beef. 5. Egg. They are the most common because repeated exposure generates sensitization.
The right food for dogs with allergies
Monoprotein: a single animal source. Grain-free: eliminates wheat and soy. No artificial additives. Alternative carbohydrate sources: sweet potato, pea, tapioca.
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