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Food Allergies

Even pets can experience food allergies! The most common allergens are:

• Beef
• Milk products
• Wheat
• Corn
• Soya
• Chicken
• Eggs

The most common symptoms of a food allegy are itching, licking, or chewing. Ear infections, skin problems, and digestive problems are also common with food sensitivities. What many people don't realize is that symptoms can appear at any age, whether a pet has started a new diet, or has been eating the same food for several years!

How do you treat a food allergy?

The best way to treat a food allergy is to put your pet on a hypoallergenic diet, or in some cases dogs can be treated with antihistamines and steroids. Some pets eventually outgrow their food allergies as well. If you suspect your dog has a food allergy, always consult your veterinarian.

Fun Fact:  Dogs may not have as many taste buds as we do (they have about 1,700 on their tongues, while we humans have about 9,000), but that doesn't mean they're not discriminating eaters. They have over 200 million scent receptors in their noses (we have only 5 million) so it's important that their food smells good and tastes good.