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Originally Posted by Marina  Shes been eating Canidae for almost a year now and has done great on it so I dont think its allergies. Ive been giving her all the same treats as well. I am pretty convinced that it is a combination of stress and dry skin from the freezing temperature we've had.
Any thoughts about mixing the missing link in with the fish oil?? |
Actually, the fact that she has been getting the same and food and treats for a year may be the reason she is scratching. Dogs develop allergies to ingredients with constant exposure. They build up antibodies over time that cause the allergic reaction.
That's why those of use with allergic dogs have to stick to single source protein and rotate through foods regularly to avoid developing sensitivities. Lady had a terrible problem with food allergies a few years ago. She had chewed bald spots on her front legs and flanks. I switched her to Natures Variety Prairie. I avoided the common proteins like lamb, chicken and beef because she had developed allergies to them and and rotate through their foods as they suggest. It's been a year and a half and unfortunately she's starting to chew again so I am on the hunt for new ingredients now.
This is a great explanation of pet allergies and how to treat them:
http://www.fda.gov/fdac/features/2004/404_pets.html