Allergies in dogs

Species: Dog
Condition: Allergies
Organ System: Cardiovascular

Dog allergies are similar to those of humans. The immune system becomes overly sensitive to various surrounding materials (certain foods, dust, plants, fleas, etc.) and starts treating them as dangerous. In case of contact, the body defends itself creating a wide span of symptoms: from sneezing, runny nose, red and irritated eyes; to itchy skin vomiting and diarrhoea. It is possible to manage the symptoms with various anti-allergy drugs; but it is also important to avoid further contact with allergens. It often means changing you dog’s diet, sleeping or walking habits in order to avoid the materials that cause unpleasant symptoms.

Breeds exposed to Allergies – Research Reference
Dobermann Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Boxer Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
British Bulldog Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Doberman Pinscher – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Doberman Pinscher Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Boxer – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
British Bulldog – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Dobermann – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Great Dane – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Great Dane Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)

Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine

To learn more about Allergies or any other condition we invite you to search this website. Even better, pick up the phone and call your vet. Your vet knows your pet better than anyone else and is a fountain of information.