Do you know how to figure out what your dog is allergic to?If your answer is no, don’t feel bad.I had no idea either before I began my journey of parenting a dog with food allergies!We’ve talked about dog food allergies quite a bit in the past, but today we’re going … [Read more...]
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Everything You Need to Know About Dogs & Flea Allergies
Flea allergies are an uncomfortable issue for many dogs. Unfortunately, it can sometimes be difficult to determine if your dog is having a reaction to fleas or to another irritant. Only your vet can help you say for sure what's happening with your dog, but here is some important … [Read more...]
Soft Doggie Cookies for Older Dogs with Allergies
For today's homemade hypoallergenic dog treat recipe, we wanted to do a little something special for our older dogs with fewer teeth. While having fewer teeth doesn't mean your dog can't still wolf down his favorite kibble, treats are often a different story. In my experience, … [Read more...]
5 Service Dogs That Won’t Aggravate Your Allergies
What are the best hypoallergenic service dogs? Typically you see people with German Shepherds or Labradors, but those are not hypoallergenic. It is possible to have a service dog and also keep your sneezing at bay, without the help of allergy meds. Check out these amazing … [Read more...]
Quercetin for Dog Allergies: Does it Work?
Lately, I've seen a lot of people asking about Quercetin for dog allergies and whether it works. Quercetin is a naturally occurring substance in many fruits and vegetables and has recently found popularity as an all-natural antihistamine. That's because many people find that … [Read more...]
Food Intolerance vs. Food Allergies in Dogs: What’s the Difference?
Food intolerance is a subject that I haven't touched on nearly as much as food allergies. Today I want to talk about food intolerance and the ways its similar to - and different from - food allergies. It's an important distinction in resolving food related issues that your dog … [Read more...]
Diphenhydramine for Dogs – A Safe Way to Treat Mild Allergies
Wondering if Diphenhydramine for dogs is safe? You're not alone. I've seen this question asked quite a bit and thought it was time to address it. Diphenhydramine is the generic name for Benadryl, and it's completely safe. Diphenhydramine for dogs is not only safe, it can be … [Read more...]