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Can dogs all of a sudden develop a food allergy?

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A: That's common in food-allergic dogs. They have to be sensitized; they have to have been exposed for some period of time. So, in general, they're not going to react really dramatically the first time they eat it but a dog that has eaten a food for years could suddenly become allergic to that food. 27 апр. 2012 г.


How do I know if my dog developed 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.

Can dogs develop food allergies later in life?

It most commonly develops in response to protein of the food; dairy products, beef, wheat gluten, chicken, chicken eggs, lamb, and soy are commonly associated with food allergies in dogs. Food allergy can develop at almost any age.

Why is my dog all of a sudden allergic?

Most often, pet allergy is triggered by exposure to the dead flakes of skin (dander) a pet sheds. Any animal with fur can be a source of pet allergy, but pet allergies are most commonly associated with cats and dogs.

How long does it take for a dog to develop a food allergy?

Feed your dog his original diet. If your dog develops an allergic reaction to his original diet after being off of it for eight to twelve weeks, then this will confirm the food allergy diagnosis. The allergic reaction will occur within one hour to 14 days of re-challenge with the original diet.

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