{"id":72,"date":"2019-11-22T17:17:15","date_gmt":"2019-11-22T17:17:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/?p=72"},"modified":"2020-08-13T13:02:58","modified_gmt":"2020-08-13T13:02:58","slug":"does-your-australian-shepherd-have-allergies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aussieuniversity.com\/does-your-australian-shepherd-have-allergies\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Your Australian Shepherd Have Allergies?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Does your Australian Shepherd have allergies?<\/b> Most symptoms are associated with dermatologic problems but some can lead to chronic respiratory issues if left untreated.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are common allergy symptoms found in dogs:<\/b><\/p>\n

Frequent Sneezing<\/span><\/p>\n

Compulsive scratching\/itchiness\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Periodic chewing on the same or different body parts or area<\/span><\/p>\n

Skin irritation\/ fur loss<\/span><\/p>\n

Runny eyes<\/span><\/p>\n

Swelling of the face, ears, lips, eyelids or earflaps<\/span><\/p>\n

Red inflamed skin<\/span><\/p>\n

Diarrhea<\/span><\/p>\n

Vomiting<\/span><\/p>\n

Chronic ear infections<\/span><\/p>\n

Constant licking<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dog allergies can present in many ways. Here\u2019s how you can give your Aussie some relief.<\/b><\/p>\n

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Most allergies develop in the second year of life for dogs. Australian Shepherds can get all kinds of different allergies. They can even have sneezing fits, just like people do. Canine allergies can also be characterized by a range of other symptoms, including scabs or other skin complaints, itchy ears, regularly rubbing body parts against the ground, walls, furniture, etc. If you suspect that your furry one is experiencing allergies, you should take him or her to the vet right away. Some allergies can be serious and even minor ones can cause a good deal of uncomfort. There are a number of veterinary treatments that may be prescribed for dog allergies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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A few common types of allergies:<\/b><\/p>\n

Contact allergy-grass, plants, dust mites, pollen<\/span><\/p>\n

Flea allergies- many dogs are highly allergic to flea bites<\/span><\/p>\n

Food allergies- including different types of proteins\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Inhalant allergies- allergies that` are inhaled<\/span><\/p>\n

Molds- basement exposure<\/span><\/p>\n

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The best way to rid your dog allergies is prevention. For example, if your dog is allergic to a certain type of dog food, all you have to do is stop feeding it to them. If your vet can figure out what your Australian Shepherd is allergic to, then it\u2019s a simple matter of removing the allergen.<\/span><\/p>\n

About 90% of allergic pets can be effectively controlled with the following treatments:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Avoidance- while it may be impossible to completely eliminate all the offending Agents many can be reduced with minimal effort on the part of the owner. You can use it in conjunction with other treatments such as;<\/b><\/p>\n

Keeping your Aussie out of the room for several hours while vacuuming<\/b><\/p>\n

Use a plastic cover over your Aussies bed<\/b><\/p>\n

Wash their bedding regularly in very hot water<\/b><\/p>\n

Avoid letting your little guy or gal sleep on stuffed furniture<\/b><\/p>\n

Have un-carpeted floors in your house<\/b><\/p>\n

Run your air conditioning during hot weather days<\/b><\/p>\n

Keep your Aussie out of basements and freshly mowed lawns<\/b><\/p>\n

Avoid dusty pet foods<\/b><\/p>\n

Use a humidifier\/dehumidifier and clean it regularly<\/b><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t keep large numbers of houseplants around<\/b><\/p>\n

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Luckily, there are a number of ways in which Aussie owners can provide natural allergy relief to their beloved furry friends.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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