In dogs, rather than sneeze, allergies make their skin itchy. We call this skin allergy “atopy”, and French Bulldogs often have it. Commonly, the feet, belly, folds of the skin, and ears are most affected. Symptoms typically start between the ages of one and three and can get worse every year.
How do I treat my French Bulldogs skin allergies?
Treatment of Food Sensitivity and Allergies in French Bulldogs. If your French Bulldog has extremely itchy skin or is showing signs of secondary infection from so much scratching, corticosteroids may be prescribed to help the skin to heal. Antihistamines, to stop the itch, may be suggested also.
What causes skin allergies in French Bulldogs?
Sometimes the allergen is environmental or related to substances such as cleaning products, pollen, mold, grass, dust and bugs. Symptoms of environmental allergies in French Bulldogs include: Excessive itching. Visible scaly or raw patches.
Do French Bulldogs have skin issues?
Often, the chief complaint is some degree of itching, from mild itching to intense scratching and mutilation. In addtion, bulldog owners also complain about bad skin odor, greasy or overly dry coat, scaly, flaky, and/or “yeasty” bulldogs. Many bulldogs have some degree of hair loss.
What is good for French Bulldogs skin?
Treatment Options Bathe your French Bulldog with organic, sulfate-free, hypoallergenic shampoo to help control and reduce chronic itchiness. Look for shampoos that have additional anti-inflammatories such as hydrocortisone and aloe vera as these ingredients also calm red, inflamed, itchy skin.
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