It’s Allergy Season

Just like us, our pets may suffer during allergy season, which occurs during the spring (March through May) as well as the fall (September through November). Most of the allergies they experience are caused by different types of pollen, although your pet may be affected year round by indoor allergens like dust mite and mildew. It is important to learn the various causes of pet allergies so that you may get to the root of your pet’s issue and help eliminate it.

Understanding Causes

There exists a variety of underlying causes behind pet allergies. Here are a view types of allergies pets may experience:

• Flea Allergy Dermatitis

• A highly common and intensely itchy skin condition triggered by an allergic reaction to proteins in flea saliva. Unlike normal flea bites, even a single bite can cause severe hypersensitivity, leading to obsessive scratching, hair loss, scabbing, and secondary skin infections.

• Food / Drug Allergies

• The most common allergens are beef, dairy, wheat, egg, chicken, lamb, soy, pork, rabbit, and fish.

• Inhaled Allergies

• Triggered by grasses, molds, pollens, and dust mites.

• Direct Contact Allergies

• Caused by direct irritants to the skin.

Other potential root causes for pet allergies include genetic predisposition, environment, and antibiotics. Antibiotics administered at an early age may disrupt gut ecology and lead to allergic responses later in life.

Look for these signs

Here are some physical signs that your pet is experiencing allergies:

• Licking of the paws or feet

• Excessive scratching

• Ear problems

• Sneezing

• Watery eyes

• Hair loss or hot spots

• Gastrointestinal problems

As with many health ailments, allergies could include a number, but not all, of the signs above. It's important to consult with your veterinarian to rule out other underlying issues that could be more serious.

How to Combat Allergies

Nutritional Support

There are some simple and easy protocols you can follow through supplementation that can help support your pet against their allergies. Here are a few:

Fish Oil

Fish oil provides essential fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation caused by dog food allergies and inhalant allergies. Celavin™ is an ultra-pure omega-3 fish oil produced in Norway at one of the most prestigious plants in the world. This fish oil supplement for pets is also third party tested to be free of contaminants, which makes it a natural fish oil of highest standard for dogs and cats.

 

Allergy-Focused Dietary Supplement

Dermix™ for Dogs is a nutritional formula allergy chew which contains antioxidant compounds, such as, betacarotene, bioflavonoids, vitamins C and E, selenium, and sulfur-containing amino acids, which are needed to protect the body from the tremendous increase in free radicals that takes place during an inflammatory process. This premium formula combines natural, potent ingredients like colostrum and fish oil to tackle the toughest canine allergy challenges as well as skin and coat issues. Designed specifically for dogs with allergies and sensitive skin, these soft chews deliver a powerful blend of nutrients that promote a healthy, vibrant appearance while easing allergy symptoms.

 

Probiotics

 One of the best things you can do for your pet to increase wellness is to support the immune system with probiotics. Probiotic Miracle® is renowned as the most effective and complete probiotic supplement for dogs and cats. Combining these three formulas in the Allergy Pack will give your pet the protection it needs during allergy season. 

 

Have a great spring and say goodbye to allergies in your pet!

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