By paying attention to the signs that your pet may be suffering, and taking action quickly, it's possible to get a handle
on allergies in pets.
Not exact matches
The reason is this: dust mites average about 10 microns
in size and
pet dander is about 3 microns
in size, so depending
on your
allergies, you should look for an
allergy cover that has a smaller micron size than the allergen you're trying to keep out of your mattress.
My husband came up with a great
pet - safe zone, originally because he has
allergies if the
pets sleep
on his bed, but it works great with the baby; we put a screen door up
in her room!
«Our research explores a novel approach to treating mite
allergy in which specially - encapsulated miniscule particles are administered with sequences of bacterial DNA that direct the immune system to suppress allergic immune responses,» says
Peter Thorne, public health professor at the UI and a contributing author
on the paper.
They are sourced and made
in the U.S. With more emphasis
on real meat treats, grain - free snacks have also rapidly increased
in popularity among
pet parents, especially those concerned about
pet allergies.
Primal
Pet Foods further expanded its offerings to include recipes based
on exotic proteins, the demand for which had grown significantly due to improving consumer education about the impact that nutrition has
on a
pet's health — particularly
in regards to food
allergies.
A new study has found that having a dog or cat as a
pet at home during the first year of life may actually help prevent
allergies later
on in life.
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In addition to excessive scratching, allergy suffering pets may also show such symptoms as hair loss, infection in the ears or on the skin, runny eyes and noses, and even difficulty breathing.&raqu
In addition to excessive scratching,
allergy suffering
pets may also show such symptoms as hair loss, infection
in the ears or on the skin, runny eyes and noses, and even difficulty breathing.&raqu
in the ears or
on the skin, runny eyes and noses, and even difficulty breathing.»
Since Advantage ® works
on contact, fleas don't have to bite the
pet in order for it to work — which is perfect for
pets with flea
allergy dermatis.
Depending
on the severity
in which your
pet allergies lie, you may have to steer completely clear of any dogs, or you may be able to have a breed that doesn't cause nearly as much trouble allergen wise.
It's always good to do your research
on breeds of dogs that you are interested
in before purchasing or adopting one of your own, especially if you or a loved one suffers from even the mildest of
pet allergies.
Just as with so many other dogs
on this list, Akitas have thick double coats, which make dander and fur cause allergen
in the air that can affect
pet allergy sufferers of all severities.
Basically, this involves injecting a solution of the allergen (the substance causing the
allergy)
on a regular basis into your
pet in an attempt to train your
pet's body not to respond abnormally to the allergen.
Characterized by red, swollen patches of skin that ooze, give off a strong odor, and become hairless, hot spots can occur anywhere
on your
pet's body and often appear
in multiples.These painful infections are caused when your
pet engages
in excessive licking, chewing, or scratching to try to soothe areas of skin that are irritated by fleas, mites, or other skin parasites, improper grooming, skin
allergies, internal infections, or stress.
When based
on the results of intradermal
allergy testing, immunotherapy helps manage the
allergies in approximately 70 - 90 % of
pets.
Allergies: Warm weather lets loose high amounts of pollen in many areas of the country and since pets can experience allergic reactions to inhaled particles like dust or pollen, pet parents should be on the lookout for signs that their pet may be suffering from a
Allergies: Warm weather lets loose high amounts of pollen
in many areas of the country and since
pets can experience allergic reactions to inhaled particles like dust or pollen,
pet parents should be
on the lookout for signs that their
pet may be suffering from
allergiesallergies.
I also found a good information post
on Types And Reasons of
Allergies in Dogs which will also help you to give a right path to cure your
pets.
Since Advantage ® works
on contact, fleas don't have to bite the
pet in order for it to work — which is advantageous for
pets with flea
allergy dermatis.
A new technology
in food processing has produced a type of hypoallergenic diet that is safer to put
pets on even
in the early stages of developing
allergies to food.
The adult fleas
on your
pet can actually cause serious medical problems — like flea
allergy dermatitis or tapeworms, and
in some extreme cases, anemia.
Scientific research has demonstrated the positive impact of early exposure to
pets on the development of
allergies and asthma later
in...
Arlian, L. G. et al, (2001), «Distribution and removal of cat, dog and mite allergens
on smooth surfaces
in homes with and without
pets», Annals of
Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, 87 (4): pp 296 - 302.
While some folks assume that a dog who sheds less will be easier
on allergies, the allergic reactions are triggered by a protein found
in pet saliva, dander and urine.
So if you're allergic to dust, insecticides, pollen, cigarette smoke, and cat dander, you'll need to reduce the overall allergen level
in your environment by concentrating
on all of the causes, not just the
pet allergy.
A: Most food
allergies result
in ear infections or skin problems especially
on the head or neck, both of which can be difficult to detect
in your
pet.
Diagnosis of flea
allergy dermatitis
in cats is generally achieved through analyzing the cat's history of clinical signs, finding fleas
on the
pet, and noting a serious skin condition
in association with them.
This excellent, well - organized reference discusses the origins of diseases
in pets, then moves
on to taking action against specific ailments such as cancer, leukemia,
allergies and arthritis through use of holistic medicines.
Housedust mites do not live
on pets but are present
in homes and may cause
allergies in people and
pets.
Food
allergies are triggered by an unusually strong defensive response
on the part of the immune system to a protein found
in your
pet's food.
They can cause medical problems such as skin irritation secondary to a flea
allergy, tapeworms, and
in extreme infestations anemia (feeding
on the blood of a
pet).
Dr. Duffy Jones of Peachtree Hills Animal Hospital calls the Positively Hotline to discuss
allergies in pets, including Victoria's Chocolate Lab, Sadie, who suffers from extreme itching and licking
on her foot during
allergy season.
In order to test whether a
pet has food
allergies, vets will often recommend a 12 - week food trial
on a brand new food with a protein source your
pet has never eaten before.
«I recommend retailers read everything they can get their hands
on, from The Whole Dog Journal, which has a lot of invaluable information, to the plethora of books written
on everything from raw feeding to
allergies in pets,» says Melton.
The startling numbers
in this report only confirm the key health benefits we are already aware of that are associated with owning a
pet, including findings that demonstrate a positive impact
on infection control, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, cholesterol,
allergies, stress, blood pressure and mental health.
Or that
in the Journal of
Allergy and Clinical Immunology researcher James E. Gern, MD, a pediatrician at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, noted that a growing number of studies suggest that kids growing up
in a home with «furred animals» — whether it's a
pet cat or dog, or
on a farm and exposed to large animals — will have less risk of
allergies and asthma?
Learn about the warning signs, symptoms, and treatments of
pet food
allergies and food intolerance
in cats and the affect
on your cat
You should weigh things like how much energy you can handle from a dog, how much time you're willing to invest
in training, if there are
allergies to consider, if you need a dog that does well with children or other
pets and so
on.
We will work closely with you and your
pet to zero
in on the cause of his or her
allergies and help you formulate a plan to relieve his or her suffering.
Even if you do not give the
allergy shots, knowing what your
pet is allergic to can be beneficial
in some cases, assuming you can remove the offending allergen (see previous section
on avoidance).
With
pet insurance,
pet parents can afford to do diagnostics
on their dog to help stop the
allergy at the source, saving money
in the long run and increasing their dog's quality of life.