The French Bulldog is prone to food allergies, and the inflammatory reactions often manifest themselves on the skin, including dermatitis, crusting lesions, hives, and pruritus. Typically, the main source of food allergies is an intolerance toward one or more animal proteins.
How can I tell if my French Bulldog is allergic to his food?
If your Frenchie has itching and skin lesions or bumps all year round, it could point to a food allergy. ... A mild case of food intolerance could be the case if your dog has gas, a noisy tummy, evidence of stomach discomfort, and sometimes diarrhea and vomiting.
What food are French Bulldogs allergic too?
“Many French Bulldog owners associate food allergy with grain when in fact it is usually due to the protein source found in meat. The most common allergens are chicken (60%), then beef and fish. Also, on the frequent food allergens, shortlist is corn, soy, wheat, and dairy.”
What does it look like when a dog has a food allergy?
In the dog, the signs of food allergy are usually itchy skin or digestive disturbances such as vomiting or diarrhea. Other more subtle changes can also occur, including hyperactivity, weight loss, lack of energy and even aggression.
Is it common for French Bulldogs to have allergies?
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.
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