Face Scratching + Paw Licking = Allergies? I researched some of the older threads and I think that Chase has allergies. He scratches his face/head a lot and I do see him licking his paws. He's been on Wellness Puppy Dry (chicken is the main protein source) for the last three months. I try to keep his treats as healthy as possible. Feeding him mainly, hardboiled eggs, cottage cheese, yogurt, etc. I'd hate to switch his food, but I guess I have to if he's allergic. He's been in perfect health otherwise. Any suggestions? Also, do you think that a vet would be any help on this issue? |
Those definately can be symptoms of being allergic to something in the diet... |
Anytime there is excessive scratching, it is probably best to talk to the vet but they will just try to give him a prescription food most likely. Natural Balance has a good line for allergies with novel protein sources. Wellness also has one with fish that might work. The carbs also have to be considered in allergies. After switching foods, wait at least 60 days to decide if it is working. Is it his ears or chin and jaws? If it is his ears, I would definately let the vet look. |
That's interesting about the carb allergies... I've brought up the issue to my vet before and he just cleaned out his ears. The scratching is on the side of his face and chin, not so much his ears. I've heard a lot of great things about Natural Balance and allergies, I'll try to get a free sample and see if he likes it. Do you think that it's ok to feed him food with fish as the main protein source? I've heard that they usually do not contain enough protein? Chase is still a puppy at 5 1/2 months old. I don't if that makes a difference? Thanks! |
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The ingredients dogs are MOST allergic to are: dairy, soy, beef, corn, wheat, gleuten (barley, rye). I would cut the dairy out of his diet first. If that doesn't work, try Natural Balance Duck & Potato. My yorkie, Hobbs, has skin allergies from food. I've tried ALL kinds of foods and Natural Balance Duck & Potato is the only thing that has cleared his skin up. |
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