Dog Allergies & Allergies to Dogs

[Angelica]

Animals have allergies as well. Every day substances such as pollen, animal dander, mold spores, etc will deprive your dog from a healthy living. The most common signs a dog will show when having an allergic reaction are face rubbing, biting, scratching, and chewing the skin. Most allergies are inherited but they can be prevented by avoiding the causes thereof. A physical examination and taking some lab tests might help.  Dogs can be allergic to food as well.

Besides being allergic to things dogs can also make others allergic to them. The most common allergic reactions are the ones caused by cats. Cats, especially those with short hair, give off more allergen. Some of the signs of pet allergy are hay fever, eye symptoms, asthma, and nettle rash. Washing your pet, at least once a month, it’s said to reduce allergens in the home.   

[Kathi]

Birds also can cause allergic reactions.  They have dander that can cause problems, it is unseen usually.