How to Spot Symptoms of Allergies in Dogs 

If you’re susceptible to allergies, you probably dread the return of pollen and other allergens every fall and spring. It’s the same every year, so you know the proper care routine to follow, but do you know when your dog has allergies?  

Look for Common Symptoms of Allergies in Dogs 

Just like people, dogs can be allergic to pollen, plant fibers, and a variety of other substances called allergens. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, allergens can be in the air and even in food, and once they’re inhaled or absorbed through the skin or gastrointestinal tract, the immune system releases histamine and other substances, resulting in inflammation. 

This inflammation can then appear as one or more of the following symptoms of allergies in dogs: 

• Red skin
• Swelling
• Itching

• Licking
• Face rubbing
• Fur loss
• Skin infections
• Ear infections 

Out of these symptoms, the Merck Veterinary Manual states that itching is the most common symptom of airborne allergies and often affects a dog’s face, ears, front legs, abdomen, and feet. Any of the above symptoms can also appear if your dog has food allergies, but itching intensity does not vary from one season to another like it does with airborne allergies. 

You May Catch Symptoms of Allergies in Dogs Earlier with a Pet Activity Tracker 

Noticing and recognizing the above symptoms can be difficult, especially since you can’t always keep an eye on your dog 24/7. But a pet activity  tracker like Animo^® Classic could help. 

Weighing just 22 grams (0.77 ounces), Animo^® Classic is a lifelong activity and behavior monitor that easily fastens to your dog’s collar. Once attached, Animo^® Classic will immediately begin learning and interpreting your dog’s unique patterns, tracking their activity, caloric burn, sleep quality, and overall well-being. 

Based on that gathered data, this pet activity tracker will send alerts of significant changes in your dog’s behavior like scratching and shaking, which may be a sign of allergies. It’s important to get advice from your veterinarian, and you can share the information from your Animo^® Classic dashboards with your specialist. 

The Importance of Proactivity When Your Dog Has Allergies 

With all the different symptoms of allergies in dogs out there, it can be difficult to distinguish if your dog is suffering from allergies or another illness or complication. But the good news is that pet activity trackers like Animo^®, can help to ensure that your dog receives the appropriate and timely care that’s needed.

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