What do dogs give from allergies? Treatment and prevention

Over the past 10-15 years, the allergic reaction has become one of the most common phenomena not only among people, but also among animals. We will not talk about why this happens. Let's leave it for consideration by specialists. It seems that owners of tetrapods are more interested in the answer to the question what can be given to the dog from allergies. And how to alleviate the suffering of the pet.

People suffering from this ailment know firsthand that taking even one pill of an antihistamine drug can significantly improve the condition of the patient. But whether it is possible to give the dog "Suprastin" for allergies, not all dog owners know. What kind of canine allergy is and how to treat it? We will try to answer these and other questions below.

How the immune system is arranged

Before we talk about giving the dog allergy, let's find out what is happening in the animal's body (and the person too) in such a disease.

Dogs belong to warm-blooded animals, rather highly developed. A distinctive feature of such organisms is the presence of immunity, responsible for the stability of the composition of cells. Immunity is not a single organ, but a whole complex that includes lymphoid tissues, a spleen, and special blood proteins. The task of the system is the analysis of all cells of the body according to the system "one's own". As soon as the immune system detects an "enemy" - a cell that is alien to the human or animal body, a protective mechanism is immediately activated, and the "alien" is destroyed.

Every day an incredible amount of various substances penetrate the canine organism. This happens through food, water, through the air, through the coat and pores of the skin. Normally, the canine organism does not react to such penetration. In the process of life, the dog develops a kind of "indifference", conditioned by habituation to external stimuli. The immune response occurs only when there is a real threat of viruses and pathogens penetrating or in case of mutation of their own cells. The immune system no longer "recognizes" them and tries to destroy them.

Symptoms of dog allergy

What kind of allergy pills can I give to a dog? We'll talk about this a little later. And now let's look at the signs that an attentive owner can assume from his pet the development of such a disease.

As a rule, in dogs, allergic reactions are fairly vivid, and the disease itself is much heavier than in humans. For example, if people contact with the pollen of some plants causes only sneezing, tear and swelling of mucous membranes, then in dogs all of these signs are also accompanied by itching of the paws and skin. The animal constantly licks and bites these places, which not only provokes a new attack, but also can lead to the emergence of wet ulcers.

So, most likely, your dog is allergic, if it:

• Unjustifiably often gnaws and licking paws;
• Constantly scratches his ears;
• Has redness, a rash or open wounds on the skin;
• Smells bad for no apparent reason;
• Often has ear infections;
• Rubs on furniture or rolls on the floor;
• Has red spots or fissures between the fingers;
• Coughs, sneezes or suffers from frequent colds;
• Has constantly inflamed eyes;
• Gums acquired a bluish tinge;
• Has an unpleasant odor from the mouth;
• Suffers from frequent attacks of vomiting or diarrhea.

A particularly vivid picture shows a combination of several features.

First aid

The first thing that each owner must do, after discovering any of the listed signs, is to take the pet to the veterinarian. It is the doctor who must put the right diagnosis and determine which pills to give the dog from allergies. But while the legs, or rather, the paws did not reach the clinic, you can try to alleviate the suffering of the animal yourself.

Before thinking about whether it is possible to give a dog "Suprastin" for allergies and whether it should be done without consulting a doctor, try to immediately stop the effect of the allergen. To do this, of course, is very difficult. After all, a dog is not a person and can not tell you that her eyes were combed after she sniffed a bush. So "immediately" in this case can stretch for a long period.

If you have mild symptoms, you can use the already mentioned "Suprastin". If the course of the disease is difficult, you can not do without injections of this drug. Do them more often in the withers or the back thigh.

If you are not sure how much to give Suprastin to a dog with allergies, carefully read the instructions for the drug. In this case, you need to focus not on age, but on the weight of the patient. Weigh the pet and determine the dose of the drug can be independently. However, we must remember that it is better to "give up" than "transfer". Overdose can not only not alleviate the suffering of the animal, but also worsen its condition.

It is also useful to water the dog with calcium chloride. It is enough 1-5 table spoons a day. It all depends on the size of the animal. Unfortunately, this medicine is very bitter. Therefore, in order that the dog does not refuse to take the medicine, it can be diluted with milk and add a little sugar. Such a cocktail most often they have to taste.

If there are manifestations on the skin, it is worth to bathe the pet in the decoction of the turn, or to rub the itching places with a swab dipped in infusion.

Excellent removes the itching of ordinary hydrocortisone spray. You can make it yourself easily. To do this, mix these components:

• Hydrocortisone - 4 ampoules;
• Cold boiled water - 350 ml;
• Medical alcohol - 80 ml;
• Glycerol 50 ml.

Some owners are interested in the question of whether it is possible to give the dog "Loratadin" from allergies, if there are no other drugs at hand. In principle, worse from it your pet will not. But whether the relief comes will depend on what the animal is suffering from. "Loratadin" works well when the dog reacts to pollen from plants or particles of house dust. But when food manifestations it is practically useless.

Food intolerance

And what do dogs give from an allergy to food? Most often the treatment includes 3 directions:

• Antihistamines;
• Antifungal agents and antibiotics in the presence of complications;
• A special hypoallergenic diet.

What can be given to the dog from allergies, in each individual case should only the doctor decide. And your pet has a long process of treatment. To determine the allergen, the animal is "planted" on the strictest diet, which lasts until the symptoms are completely eliminated. After that, slowly begin to add one product from the usual diet. Once the symptoms appear again, the product falls into the list of banned items, and it all starts again. Each new product is added every 3-5 days, so the process can take a long time.

Medications used without dieting can only relieve the symptoms of the disease for a while.

Skin allergy

Now let's talk about what dogs are given from allergies, which are not caused by foods. Among the most "popular" can be called a disease, like allergic dermatitis. This is an abnormal reaction of the canine organism to external stimuli. They can be:

• Organic constituents of dust (small dust mites, pieces of human skin, dandruff);
• Wool particles of other animals;
• Synthetics (carpet, dog wardrobe, curtains);
• household chemicals;
• Dog cosmetics, perfumes;
• Other stimuli.

Most often, allergic dermatitis is affected by younger individuals. The sudden appearance of such a disease in an adult dog may be a sign of developing oncology or autoimmune disease.

Despite the fact that allergic dermatitis is a very "eloquent" disease (all the main symptoms are mainly present on the animal's skin), it is worthwhile to conduct additional studies to exclude more serious ailments. Similar manifestations can have:

• Infection of the animal with worms;
• Kidney failure;
• scabies;
• Mycosis of the skin of the animal;
• diabetes;
• Numerous insect bites.

To exclude these diseases, you need to pass blood tests, feces and urine, as well as scraping from the skin of the pet. Only after this, it is possible to say with certainty what medicine to give the dog from allergies (if that's it).

Treatment of allergic dermatitis is a slow process. First of all you need:

• Maximum limit the contact of the dog with the source of trouble;
• Provide the animal with a copious drink;
• Start the use of glucocorticosteroid and antihistamines;
• To carry out local treatment with the use of wound healing and anti-inflammatory drugs.

Although the first signs of relief may appear within a few days, treatment should not be stopped until the symptoms disappear completely. Complex therapy can last up to six months.

Reaction to vaccinations and medications

At least once in your life, every dog needs medical treatment. Sometimes after treatment for the underlying disease, the animal exhibits side effects in the form of a so-called drug allergy. This term refers to the intolerance of one or more components of a drug. In such cases, there is nothing else to do but give Suprastin. Dogs with allergies can be prescribed and other drugs, but this remains the most popular.

To maximize the safety of the animal, one should be cautious with treatment with such groups of drugs as:

• Live vaccines;
• quinine;
• Chloral hydrate;
• Morphine;
• Vitamins of group B;
• Serum;
• novocaine;
• Sulfonamides;
• Barbiturates;
• Antibiotics;
• Digitalis, as well as its derivatives;
• Amidopyrine.

Sometimes a negative reaction manifests itself in the animal not immediately, but as the drug accumulates in the body. Clear signs are:

• Skin reactions;
• Signs of suffocation;
• Edema of the mucous membranes;
• An intestinal disorder.

It all depends on what drug to give the dog. From the allergy in this case, completely rid only the instantaneous cancellation of the inappropriate product. All other measures will only have a temporary effect.

Allergy to bites

Now let's talk about what dogs give from an allergy to bites of skin parasites. Since flea dermatitis is manifested, above all, intolerable itching, you are unlikely to manage without antihistamines. In addition to "Suprastin", of which we have already spoken, most dogs are prescribed such drugs:

• Diazolin.
• Allewert.
• "Loratadin."
• Zirtek.
• Fenistil.
• Other drugs.

In addition, it is mandatory to carry out the treatment of skin. This will help to heal the itch and heal the wounds.

All these activities will be practically useless, if not to eliminate the main cause of the disease - fleas and ticks.

Chemical allergy

And can dogs be given pills for allergies if it is caused by household chemicals or canine cosmetics? It is possible, and even necessary. Only the selection of the right drug should be entrusted to the doctor. In this case it is extremely important. After all, the combination of different chemicals (a source of allergy and tablets) in the dog's body can cause an uncontrolled reaction. The consequences can be sad.

What do dogs give away from allergies more often? The treatment package may look something like this:

1. Antihistamines (most often "Suprastin").
2. Homeopathic remedies such as "Nuks", "Engistol", "Traumeel", "Gomkord" and others.
3. Preparations containing sufficient doses of iron, enzymes and coenzyme Q10.
4. Fish oil, vitamins E and C.
5. Complex bifidobacteria, for example, "Lactobifid."
6. Veterinary preparation of sulfur.
7. A medicine for removing toxins from the body. For example, Enterosgel.
8. Sugar "Execan". The composition of this drug includes a complex that removes inflammation and supports the function of the liver.
9. Other drugs.

Of course, this list is absolutely not a recipe or a guide to action. Precisely to say that it is only a qualified veterinarian who can give the dog from allergies in each specific situation.

Ecological allergy

This term refers to an atypical reaction to certain environmental factors. Allergens in this case can be different plants or their pollen, mold, dust, other substances. Especially unpleasant is its manifestation, like atopy. Atopic allergy, the irritant enters the dog's body through the air. That is, she just inhales it. If in other cases for recovery it is enough simply to eliminate the source of trouble, then in the case of atopy, it is almost impossible to do this. Why? Let's think about it.

If you are allergic to chocolate, then it's easier not to eat it. After some time, the allergy will disappear. And now let's imagine that the irritant is domestic dust, which is floating in the air. You can completely stop breathing to exclude access to the allergen in the body? I think no. To facilitate the patient's condition in this case can only timely use of medicines. For people, for example, in this case, "Cetrin" helps.

And is it possible to give the dog "Tsetrin" from an allergy? In principle, this drug is not intended for animals. The fact is that dogs have much more sensitive receptors located on the bronchi. The use of this drug can cause an animal to have bronchial spasms, often leading to suffocation. But if the manifestations of the disease are too strong, and there is nothing else at hand is available, you can use this drug. In any case, even for very large dogs, the dose should not exceed half a tablet a day.

Attention! If the animal has an airway disease or a kidney function, the drug is strictly prohibited!

Prevention

As you know, any disease is much easier to prevent than cure. Especially it concerns allergies. The health of any quadruped often depends solely on the care of the host.
To minimize the risk of allergic reactions, from the first days of the dog's life it is worth following simple recommendations:

• Avoid the use of potentially allergenic products ;
• Regardless of the presence of worms, regularly carry out preventive measures associated with their destruction;
• Use only hypoallergenic canine cosmetics, do not apply in the care of "human" means;
• Do not feed the animal from your table, especially "delicious", for example, smoked products;
• As often as possible, inspect the dog's ears and clean them as necessary;
• Use as few household chemicals as possible for cleaning;
• If your pet likes to fashion in your own clothes, they should be made entirely of natural materials;
• Avoid walking in places of active flowering plants that can cause allergic reactions.

Since the allergy is one of the manifestations of the disturbance of the immune system, vitamin complexes, as well as immunostimulants, can be used as a warning agent. According to the results of recent studies, dogs that received a complex of probiotics as a food supplement from an early age were much less likely to suffer from allergic reactions. Of course, a doctor must prescribe them. Proper and balanced nutrition of the animal will also become an assistant in the prevention of allergies. And physical activity in the fresh air will help to strengthen health.