Dog Information - Food Allergies

Dog allergies can be a serious issue, as environmental factors like chemicals, pollution and food cause our dogs to lose hair and itch, to have loose bowel movements and vomiting. There are some things we can do to ease our pets' suffering, when we have identified its cause.

Dogs sometimes develop allergies to foods they have been eating for a long time, and it's not always easy to identify which component of ingredient is the real cause. If you suspect that your dog suffers from allergies of any kind, it is best to first visit your vet for allergy testing and dog information, and advice on how to treat them.

We can avoid the symptoms, and possibly even prevent the allergies from manifesting in the first place, we must be aware of what ingredients are going into our pet's food. Grains like corn and wheat are unnecessary for dogs, and can cause allergies. Find good dog information on possible causes, then eliminate them one by one from your dog's diet. A good organic dog food could be the answer to these allergy problems, as it contains no chemicals that could be causing allergies and other health issues.

The best way to feed a pet, and especially one with allergies is to make your own dog food. Many websites and books contain dog information on dog food recipes and home made dog food. A good home made food should contain a meat protein, vegetables, a starch, like potatoes and bone meal for minerals.

Here's one dog food recipe that your pooch is sure to love. Take one pound of turkey meat and sautee in olive oil. Then, add another pound of cooked, mixed vegetables. Add potatoes (1/2 to 1 cup) and bone meal or a dog vitamin supplement.

When fed right, you will soon notice improvements in your dogs' coat and eyes, and even his moods. These are the most obvious benefits of an organic diet, or a home made one without chemicals and substandard probucts. However the overall benefits to his health and well-being outweigh even these.

Dog food allergies can be a serious issue, and if you see any symptoms, please consult your veterinarian for dog information and allergy tests. To prevent such allergies, and to ease the symptoms if they do manifest, try feeding your dog a good quality organic dog food, that contains no grains or other possible allergens. Also, try to prepare your own dog food recipes. Your dog will thank you for it.

-Melinda Smith