Just like humans.. animals get seasonal allergies too! So crazy to me! Our poor Lacie girl is struggling (just like her mom and dad) with allergies!! Of course, this time of year, we are outside much more often playing, grilling/eating and taking her on walks. We currently give our golden two Benadryl’s per day with peanut butter to help with her allergies, but her eyes are still slightly watery and red and she chews at her paws often! I asked you guys for your recommendations and here’s what I gathered below.
***** please run whatever you decide by your vet. These are recommendations I received, but I will not be trying anything out without contacting our vet first *****
Vet Options:
– Allergy shots at local vet (Cytopoint shot)
– Prescription allergy medication from local vet (Apoquel / Atopica)
General Recommendations:
– Frequent baths
– Wash her face / paws every time you come in from a walk (maybe with a hypoallergenic wipe)
Digestibles:
– Benadryl, Claritin, Zyrtec (split dose am and pm)
– ZestyPaws Aller-Immune Bites
– Fish oil pills (Grizzly Salmon Oil)
– Coconut oil on dog food
– Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin and Stomach
– Fish oil spray on dog food / fish oil pills
Skin Ointment:
– Burts Bee’s itch soothing spray
– Burts Bee’s Paw & Nose Relieving Lotion
– Hydro cortisone cream / spray (dog version)
– Hypoallergenic shampoo / anti-itch shampoo
– Hot spot spray
– Salmon Oil
– Soak paws in epsom salt bath
– Tea tree oil
– Bath in GNC Pets medicated itch relief shampoo
– Oatmeal based dog shampoo
– Mushers Secret for cracking/dry paws
– Calamine lotion
– Soak paws in equal parts apple cider vinegar with warm water
Best of luck to you and your pup! I hope you find what works best for your beloved pupper!!
XOXO,
Laura Elizabeth
