--- title: "Do Dogs Have Allergies?" id: "202881" type: "post" slug: "do-dogs-have-allergies" published_at: "2022-03-21T22:42:03+00:00" modified_at: "2026-02-27T18:19:57+00:00" url: "https://www.petlandrobinson.com/do-dogs-have-allergies/" markdown_url: "https://www.petlandrobinson.com/do-dogs-have-allergies.md" excerpt: "Are dog allergies a thing? Yes. Dogs do have allergies too. Generally, dog allergies are divided up into three categories: Skin allergies Food allergies Acute allergic reaction Skin Allergies Skin allergies or allergic dermatitis rank as the most prevalent allergic..." taxonomy_category: - "Tips & Tricks" taxonomy_post_tag: - "2022" - "allergies" - "dog" - "petland" --- ![Do Dogs Have Allergies?](https://www.petlandrobinson.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/shutterstock_1160272603-1.jpg)[Home](https://www.petlandrobinson.com/) / [Blog](https://www.petlandrobinson.com/blog/) / [Community](https://www.petlandrobinson.com/category/petland/) / **Do Dogs Have Allergies?** [Tips & Tricks](https://www.petlandrobinson.com/category/blog/) # Do Dogs Have Allergies? March 21, 2022 · 2 min read · [Carley Kuehner](https://www.petlandrobinson.com/author/cosmick/) [Stay Connected via Google Follow Us For The Latest Pet Updates and Guides.](https://www.google.com/preferences/source?q=petlandrobinson.com) Are dog allergies a thing? Yes. Dogs do have allergies too. Generally, dog allergies are divided up into three categories: - Skin allergies - Food allergies - Acute allergic reaction ## Skin Allergies Skin allergies or allergic dermatitis rank as the most prevalent allergic reaction in dogs. They are caused by one of the following three: - Food allergies - Flea allergy dermatitis - Environmental allergens These allergies may present as itchy skin, resulting in skin becoming red, inflamed, and scabbed. Flea allergy dermatitis is caused by fleas while environmental allergens like pollen, mold and dust may cause atopic dermatitis or atopic allergic reactions. ## Food Allergies Actual food allergies in dogs stimulate an immune response which can present symptoms ranging from skin conditions like facial swelling, hives, and itchiness to gastrointestinal signs like vomiting and/or diarrhea. Anaphylaxis may occur in rare cases. Enjoying this read? You'll love our puppies. Adorable, vet-checked pups looking for their forever homes — available now. [Meet our puppies](https://www.petlandrobinson.com/puppies-for-sale/) Food allergies are rare and the most common form of reaction to foods in dogs is food intolerance. These do not induce an immune response and are simply a reaction to a disturbing ingredient. To diagnose and manage a food allergy, it is essential to work with your veterinarian. ## Acute Allergic Reaction This is the most alarming of all three allergy types. A reaction to an allergen can send dogs into anaphylactic shock which can be fatal if not quickly handled. Some common causes of this include vaccine reactions and bee stings. The upside is that anaphylactic reactions are very rare in dogs. Common reactions to an allergen could include swellings of the throat, lips, face, ear flaps, and eyelids. Still reading? Our puppies are waiting. Healthy, happy pups ready to meet their families — see who's available today. [Meet our puppies](https://www.petlandrobinson.com/puppies-for-sale/) ## Treatments for Allergies The top cure for allergies is total avoidance of culprit allergen. For instance, getting rid of fleas would prevent flea allergy dermatitis and taking out offending ingredients can prevent food intolerance. Veterinary medicine has come a long way and swellings from a reaction can commonly be treated with an antihistamine. Similarly, your veterinarian may prescribe other medication for allergy relief. ## What You Can Do To Aid Allergy Relief To aid allergy relief at home, you can keep offending ingredients and insects at bay. Also, certain [home remedies](https://www.google.com/amp/s/dogtime.com/dog-health/50789-natural-remedies-dogs-seasonal-allergies/amp) may help. ## Conclusion Prevention is the keyword here. Keep an eye out and prevent reactions altogether. 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