Allergies

Dog Allergy and Cat Allergy Symptoms

Every pet can have different reactions for allergies. It isn't always the obvious itching and scratching or chewing on their paws. Other pet allergy symptoms may include:

• Frequent ear infections
• Yeast (brown waxy) residue in the ears and often smell
• Hair loss
• Loose Stools or Diarrhea
• Frequent Paw Chewing
• Frequent Scratching
• Little red bumps or hives on skin
• Frequently clogged anal glands
• Tear stains in the corner of the eyes or water eyes

If your dog or cat is experiencing any of these symptoms year around, they probably have a food allergy.  Common dog food allergies are wheat, corn, soy, by-products, chicken and chemical preservatives. Check the ingredient panel on your pets food. A change in your dog or cat's food will likely resolve the issue.

If you pet is experiencing more seasonal allergies when spring or fall is coming on, they likely have an environmental allergy. Your dog or cat may be reacting to a certain type of pollen or grass, just like we do. An immune builder may help strengthen your dog or cat's immune system to help build a resistance to this type of allergy.