Dog Skin Allergies
Treatment for Weimaraner Dog Allergies
Dog skin allergies in Weimaraners are usually caused by flea allergy or food allergies.While the Weimaraner is not usually prone to dog allergies, without proper attention, skin allergies can develop. Fortunately, in most cases, the itching and irritation can be controlled, and your dog will become much calmer and happier.
Natural products like
Pet Alive Allergy Itch Ease
can temporarily relieve the itching from allergies.
Skin Allergies Symptoms
How do you know if your dog has skin allergies? In most cases, you will be quite aware that there is a problem. You may see:- Scratching - Uncontrollable and excessive itching or scratching is the most common symptom of dog allergies. If not treated immediately, it can result in irritation and redness, and the affected area can become puffy and swollen. If your dog continues to scratch, he can develop a skin infection.
- Hair loss - Excessive scratching can actually cause hair loss, especially on the leg, rear and tail areas of your dog—often areas that get scratched a lot.
- Digestive problems - It may seem unlikely that itching can cause digestive problems in your dog. However, Weimaraners sometimes get so frustrated and upset by the itching, that they can lose their appetites, or even have diarrhea or vomiting.
- Personality changes - Weims with excessive itching can become irritable or exhibit aggressive dog behavior. Just like you (if you have poison ivy itching), your dog can become more touchy and less tolerant.
Types of Dog Skin Allergies
Weimaraners generally have few allergies, but there are a couple that you should be aware of:- Flea allergies - Almost any dog can have flea allergies, which means that they are allergic to flea saliva. When bitten by a flea, itching develops, the dog scratches, and the cycle starts.
- Staphyloccus bacterial infection - This is not an allergy, but it is often confused with flea allergies. It is a bacterial infection of the skin. The symptoms are similar to those of flea allergy, and the two are frequently misdiagnosed. To determine which one you are dealing with, your vet may do a "skin scraping".
- Atopic allergies - Some allergies are caused by the direct contact of your dog’s skin to certain products such as laundry soap, alcohol, chemicals, bath soap and even the shampoo you use on her.
- Food allergies - Weimaraners often do have food allergies. The most common allergans (foods that cause an allergic reaction) are wheat and corn. Feeding your dog a good hypoallergenic dog food, and avoiding the allergans, can eliminate the problem. Don’t forget to check the ingredients on the dog treats that you give to your dog.
Treatment and Prevention of Weimaraner Allergies
Proper treatment is necessary when your Weimaraner suffers from certain allergies. |
