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Your vet can do an allergy test to determine what your dog is allergic to, but chances are it will be something you can't control, such as pollen, dust, etc. But they can also be allergic to certain shampoos, flea treatment, etc. Never use any shampoos that are not made specifically for dogs on your dog. Your vet can advise you on which product would be best to use on your dog. If it is environmental Allergies such as pollen, you need to bathe your dog at least every 2 weeks to remove the allergens, which will help.
You can also give your dog Benadryl for allergies. The dosage for dogs is 2 to 5 mg per kg of body weight (1 pound = .45 kg). For example, if your dog weighs 25 pounds, that would be 11.34 kg, so the dosage would be between 23 and 57 mg. Benadryl comes in 25 mg capsules, so one capsule would be the starting dosage. But if your dog weighs less, then you would need to use liquid Benadryl because you can't divide a capsule. But your vet can advise you on the dosage by phone.
Some have allergies to certain foods, as well. If this is the case, your dog may have to be put on a special dog food made for dogs with food allergies. Your vet can advise you on this, too.
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How do you find out what kind of allergies your dog may have?
Talk to your vet. They can help you pinpoint what your dog may be allergic to.
Are there any special shampoo treatments I can use on my dog to help with his allergy?
Oxydex Shampoo can be used for your dog's allergies. A good site to get additional information is dogtime.com/allergies-aaha.html.
Are Saluki dogs a good choice for people with allergies?
A Saluki Dog is a good choice for people with allergies. This breed of dog does suffer from allergies themselves.
Can you give dogs piriton?
Piriton is prescribed to humans to help with allergies. It is not safe to give to a dog, as it can have adverse reactions.
Is the American Eskimo Dog prone to skin allergies?
Yes, the American Eskimo Dog is prone to skin allergies
Is there any proven dog allergy treatment ?
Antihistamines (H1 and H2 blockers) such as Atarax and Periactin have been proven to help combat against dog allergies.
Can allergies cause seizures in dogs?
Yes a dog can have seizures from allergies
Is Benadryl good for dog ear aches?
Benadryl is an antihistamine (helps allergies) which means that it would not help an ear infection.
How can you get your mom to get a dog with a brother that has allergies?
You can get a dog that is not bad for alergies.
Your dog allergies treatable?
Allergies in dogs can be treated by a variety of different methods. Some are control with a simple medicated shampoo and Benadryl dose. While others are more difficult to control such as a food allergy. These often require the purchase of special food limited to ingredient the dog is not allergic.
Can you give benadril to dog who ate chocolate?
Benadryl is for allergies. Don't think it'll help with the kind of poisoning chocolate can cause in dogs.
How much chlor-trimeton can you give a dog?
Unless given specific instructions from your veterinarian, you should never give a dog medication meant for humans. Your vet can easily prescribe a canine antihistamine to help your dog with his allergies.
