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What can I give my dog for an allergic reaction?

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Benadryl is a great medication for use in dogs with mild-to-moderate allergies. Seasonal allergies, food allergies, environmental allergies, and allergic reactions to snake and insect bites all respond to Benadryl in most cases.


What can I give my dog at home for an allergic reaction?

To help treat your pet's rash, bumps, or hives, simply dose Benadryl, available over-the-counter for humans. Usually, you'll want to give your dog 1 mg of Benadryl for every pound your dog weighs. A 20-pound dog would need about 20 mg of Benadryl.

How long does it take for an allergic reaction in dogs to go away?

In mild cases, the hives will generally disappear within 12-48 hours after contact with the allergen. However, because of the risk that the reaction can worsen to dangerous swelling of your dog's airways or a serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis, you should seek out treatment any time you see hives on your dog.

How much Benadryl can I give my dog?

Benadryl dosage for dogs. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, the safe dosage is 2-4 milligrams of medication per kilogram of weight, or 0.9 to 1.8 milligrams per pound. This amount can be administered two to three times daily, depending on your dog's symptoms.

What can I give my dog for allergy relief?

The most common antihistamine for dogs is diphenhydramine, brand name Benadryl. Also found in ProSense Dog Itch & Allergy Solutions Tablets, diphenhydramine is safe in most dogs if given in the recommended dosage of 1 mg of diphenhydramine per pound of body weight given by mouth.

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