Hypoallergenic Canine Diet

Canine food allergies result in skin problems, digestive problems and even respiratory problems. If your dog suffers from food allergies, your veterinarian may recommend a hypoallergenic diet as a method of treatment.

1. Function

   • Hypoallergenic diets are specially formulated to remove specific food allergens from your dog's food in order to eliminate food allergies.

   Types

   • Hypollergenic diets can be purchased commercially or homemade. Commercial diets are available in canned and kibble forms, in pet stores or from your veterinarian. Homemade food can be made using ingredients from the grocery store.

   Effects

   • When being fed a hypoallergenic diet, your dog's symptoms normally clear within one to 10 weeks. Symptoms should not reappear as long as the hypoallergenic diet is fed.

   Benefits

   • Hypoallergenic diets are highly digestible. Some commercially available hypoallergenic diets guarantee your money back if your dog does not like or will not eat the food.

   Warning

   • It is important not to deviate from your dog's recommended hypoallergenic diet to prevent reoccurances of food allergies. If you dog's condition does not improve or grows worse, contact your veterinarian for further treatment