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What are skin allergies in dogs?

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Created: 2022-03-14 07:06:14

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A skin allergy is an oversensitivity to items such as pollen, grass, house dust mites and/or certain foods. Skin allergies are one of the most common causes of itchy skin in dogs. Symptoms tend to include itchiness, redness, hair loss, and repeat skin/ear infections.


How can I treat my dogs skin allergies?

Your veterinarian might recommend immunomodulatory medications. These are available either as a daily pill (Apoquel) or an injection given every 4-10 weeks (Cytopoint). Along with these, antibiotics or antifungal medicines are often required to treat the skin infections that result from allergies.

What do skin allergies look like on dogs?

Excessive licking. Face rubbing. Hives or targeted swelling—especially ears, eye area, flaps of ears and face. Itchiness—especially at armpits, ears, feet, flanks and groin.

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