Home Remedies for Dog Allergies - Dogs suffer from allergies, as humans do, but there can be little sleuthing to take offenders to determine. One of the most common symptoms dog some may be allergic screens is an unusual amount of scratches. A closer look, the dog's skin may be red and appear scaly. In addition to scratching, dog can to his tail, paws or hind legs trying to stop chewing her itching and burning. Fortunately, there are some home remedies that you can try the sooyour dog symptoms.
Home Remedies for Dog Allergies
Look for fleas on your dog. While it’s common for most dogs to get fleas at least once in their lives, dog that is allergic to flea bites will suffer from severe itching and may chew sores on his skin while trying to relieve itch.
Bayour dog. Dilute little tearless dog shampoo with warm water and rub it in ring all way around your dog’s neck before bathing him. ring will prevent fleas from traveling from his body to his head during his bath. Use your sink for small dogs and large tub for big dogs and allow them to sit in warm soapy water while you massage their skin. Fleas will drown below ring line but you will have to pick off fleas on head area. Bayour dog weekly until all fleas are gone.
Boil 2 quarts of water and add handful of regular or quick-cooking oatmeal to water. Allow water to boil for 10 minutes and let it stand until cool. Strain water and discard solids. Use oatmeal water as soothing rinse after your dog’s bath.
Stop histamine effect of allergens in your dog with over-the-counter antihistamine. Look for product that only contains diphenhydramine, such as Benadryl or generic brand. Administer one 25mg tablet for every 50 pounds of body weight. Divide tablet with sharp knife, accordingly, for small dogs.
Supplement your dog’s diet with flaxseed oil to strengthen his skin’s immunity to contact irritants. Dr. Autumn Drouin, DVM, author of Allergy Cover-Up, suggests essential fatty acids in flaxseed oil and salmon oil might reduce effect of allergic reaction.
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