https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/categories/dog-allergies/Recent content in Dog Allergies on Dermagic JournalHugoen-gbThu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/how-your-dog-adapts-to-autumn-weather/Fri, 19 Sep 2014 11:48:12 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/how-your-dog-adapts-to-autumn-weather/Autumn looks idyllic to us — leaves turning, cooler air, a break from summer heat. For dogs it brings a new wave of allergens, shorter walks, and a list of seasonal hazards worth knowing about. A different season, a different set of risks Cooler weather changes everything about your dog’s routine. Walks happen in the dark. Allergens shift. The two biggest food holidays of the year — Halloween and Christmas — sit either side of autumn, both packed with foods that can poison a dog.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/dog-allergies-or-is-it-something-else/Wed, 14 May 2014 16:37:54 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/dog-allergies-or-is-it-something-else/Many dogs labelled as ‘allergic’ are actually fighting a systemic yeast infection. Here’s how to spot the difference, and why it matters. “There’s nothing that can be done” We hear from owners every week whose vets have shrugged at black skin, hair loss, or persistent itchy feet and said: “just put a t-shirt on the dog — there’s nothing to be done.” A large share of those messages come from Pomeranian owners.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/grass-pollen-allergy-in-dogs/Mon, 07 Apr 2014 12:35:43 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/grass-pollen-allergy-in-dogs/Grass pollen allergy in dogs doesn’t show up as a runny nose — it shows up as itchy paws, hot spots and a miserable, scratching pet. Here’s how to manage it. Not the same as hay fever Grass pollen allergy in dogs is fairly common. You’d expect — since grass pollen is an inhaled allergen — that symptoms would mirror what humans experience: runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes. They don’t.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/what-is-the-difference-between-atopy-and-allergy-in-dogs/Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:27:24 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/what-is-the-difference-between-atopy-and-allergy-in-dogs/Atopy and allergy aren’t the same thing — and the distinction matters for diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. Here’s the difference, the breeds at risk, the pattern of symptoms, and what you can do. The short answer Atopy is the genetic predisposition to develop allergies. Allergy is the symptomatic reaction itself. A dog needs to be atopic to become allergic — but being atopic doesn’t guarantee they will be. The long answer is worth understanding, because it shapes what you can and can’t do about it.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/how-to-help-you-dogs-skin-allergies-in-spring/Tue, 25 Mar 2014 12:53:55 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/how-to-help-you-dogs-skin-allergies-in-spring/Spring brings pollen, blossom, fresh grass — and a wave of seasonal allergies in dogs. Here’s how to spot the flare-up early and the natural products that bring fast relief. The seasonal pattern Does your dog suffer from seasonal allergies — breaking out in hot spots, itchy skin, or canine dermatitis at the same time each year? With spring here, many owners are seeing the familiar symptoms reappear after hoping they had gone for good.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/the-three-most-common-dog-allergies/Fri, 29 Nov 2013 15:59:47 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/the-three-most-common-dog-allergies/If you think your dog has an allergy, the only way to manage it is to find the root cause. The three most common dog allergies are food, fleas and environment — here’s how to recognise each, and what to do. Why the root cause matters If your dog is itching, breaking out, or losing hair, treating the visible symptom won’t get you very far on its own. The skin keeps reacting until the underlying trigger is identified and reduced.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/the-most-common-skin-conditions-in-dogs-and-cats/Thu, 19 Sep 2013 16:04:08 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/the-most-common-skin-conditions-in-dogs-and-cats/Cats and dogs share most of the same skin troubles — fleas, allergies, mange, yeast, ringworm. Here’s a plain guide to the six most common skin conditions, what causes them, and how each one is recognised. Why pet skin disease is so common Dogs and cats live close to the ground, share our homes, and have permeable skin under a coat of fur. They pick up parasites, react to airborne triggers, and develop secondary infections when their skin barrier is compromised.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/golden-retrievers-suffer-from-skin-conditions-too/Fri, 23 Aug 2013 14:57:43 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/golden-retrievers-suffer-from-skin-conditions-too/Golden Retrievers are stunning dogs — but the same thick golden coat that makes them beautiful also makes them prone to hot spots, seborrhoea and allergies. Here’s how to spot the trouble and treat it naturally. Why this breed needs extra skin care Golden Retrievers are one of the most popular working and family dogs in the world — clever, friendly, capable as guide dogs, hearing dogs and detection dogs, and easy to live with at home.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/what-is-canine-atopic-dermatitis/Fri, 02 Aug 2013 09:26:12 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/what-is-canine-atopic-dermatitis/Atopic dermatitis is one of the most common — and most miserable — skin conditions in dogs. Here’s what it is, why it tends to worsen with age, and how to keep your dog comfortable without falling into the steroid trap. What it actually is Most owners whose dog has just been diagnosed with canine atopic dermatitis are surprised. Allergies are as common in pets as they are in people, and they cause just as much suffering.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/dog-skin-problems-caused-by-parasites-fleas-ticks-mange-mites-and-more/Fri, 26 Jul 2013 11:24:38 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/dog-skin-problems-caused-by-parasites-fleas-ticks-mange-mites-and-more/Parasites are behind a huge share of dog skin problems — fleas, ticks, chiggers and microscopic mange mites. Here’s how to recognise each one and why steroids are the wrong response. What counts as a parasite A parasite is an organism that lives in or on the tissue of a host and causes harm without immediately killing it. Some are relatively innocuous, some are downright nasty, and some cause the worst skin problems you’ll ever see on a dog.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/hot-spots-rashes-and-dog-skin-irritations/Fri, 12 Jul 2013 14:06:35 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/hot-spots-rashes-and-dog-skin-irritations/Hot spots, rashes, and skin irritations are among the most common complaints in dogs and cats. The trigger varies, but the engine driving the misery is almost always the same: infection. Here’s how to recognise what’s happening and what to do. What a hot spot actually is One of the most common medical complaints in dogs and cats is the familiar “hot spot” — also called acute moist dermatitis.https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/dog-skin-allergies/Tue, 02 Jul 2013 09:00:00 +0000https://blog.dermagic.websands.net/dog-skin-allergies/Skin allergies are common in dogs and they’re miserable — for the dog and the owner. Here’s how to recognise the three main types, why steroids often make things worse, and how to bring real relief naturally. Why skin allergies are so common It’s very common for our pets to suffer from skin allergies. The triggers can come from almost anywhere — mould spores, food ingredients, plastic food dishes, carpet chemicals, pet beds, lawn treatments.