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It is so hard to watch our pups constantly gnaw at their paws or scratch until they are red raw. While we often blame environmental triggers like grass pollen or dust mites, sometimes the itch comes from a weak skin barrier or a lack of specific nutrients rather than an external allergy. I often see dogs where the skin is simply too leaky to protect itself, making them react to everything. Our Skin + Coat for Dogs formula contains biotin and zinc to help repair that barrier from the inside out, making the skin much more resilient. Here are a few other points to remember: * When the skin barrier is thin, even normal bacteria can cause an itchy inflammatory response. * Strengthening the skin from within can reduce the need for constant antihistamine use. * Biotin and zinc are essential for keratin production, which keeps the skin sealed and healthy. Have you ever felt like you have tried every allergy treatment under the sun with no luck? submitted by /u/Petz_Park to r/PetzPark [link] [comments]

First time puppy parent here and trying to figure out where the line is between normal puppy weirdness and something I should actually be doing something about. My 6 month old mini aussie Banjo has been scratching more than I think is normal, particularly around his belly and the base of his ears, no fleas, no redness yet, just visible itchiness and a fair amount of paw licking that seems like a lot. Vet's position is that he's too young to do anything definitive, you apparently can't really diagnose environmental allergies in dogs under a year because their immune system is still figuring itself out, and he didn't want to start apoquel or anything similar this early. His recommendation was fish oil daily and a wait and see approach, see if this is a puppy phase or if it develops into something more. I'm okay with the wait it out plan in principle but I want to be doing something supportive in the meantime, fish oil is already in the lineup, and I've seen people use allergy chews with quercetin and colostrum and other skin focused ingredients on younger dogs and I can't tell if that's a good idea or if I'm getting ahead of his veterinary recommendation. He's a puppy, I don't want to mess with a developing immune system, but I also don't want to wait six months while he's miserable if there's something safe I could be doing now. For people who had itchy puppies that turned into actually allergic adult dogs, what do you wish you'd done earlier. For people whose puppies just grew out of it, what did you do in the interim that you think helped. submitted by /u/StudyOk2682 to r/MiniAussies [link] [comments]

Ever notice your dog’s belly getting pink and spotty right when the flowers start blooming? You are likely dealing with a grass allergy. The main difference I see is that food allergies usually cause ear infections and year-round chronic itching, while grass allergies target the belly and paws. To help your dog cope, you need to build up their biological suit of armour. , Belly rashes are the primary reason for vet visits in spring. It is often contact dermatitis from walking through long grass. Always wipe their belly with a damp cloth after walks. We actually wrote a full breakdown on identifying a rash on dog belly causes and soothing remedies. If the skin is dry or flaky their internal barrier might need a boost from Skin + Coat for Dogs. submitted by /u/Petz_Park to r/PetzPark [link] [comments]

I’m looking for collagen supplements (especially liquid) that might help with my dog’s allergies. I’ve tried allergy medication, but it wasn’t working when I gave it to him, and it’s not cost-effective long-term. I believe his allergies are seasonal—since spring began, he’s been inverted sneezing, itching, shaking, licking, and biting. I have noticed some redness between his paw pads, but otherwise, no major skin issues—just lots of itching and sneezing/coughing. I did some research and saw many dog owners say liquid collagen helped, so I want to give it a try. I just don’t know which brands are good—I’ve shopped around, but I’m iffy on reviews. Any recommendations for collagen or anything you’ve tried at home that’s helped with dog allergies? Thanks! submitted by /u/AnimeQueen96 to r/AskDogOwners [link] [comments]

My dog gets super itchy every spring, so I made this with some research + AI help while trying to figure things out — sharing in case it helps someone else too. submitted by /u/puppy_boyka to r/DogHealth [link] [comments]

Dear community, I am reaching out because I have been living through a nightmare for the last ten months and I am looking for anyone who might have experienced something similar. I have developed a severe form of dysautonomia with horrible dizziness and fainting symptoms along with visible blood pooling in my legs and intense brain fog. It has become so bad that I can no longer work. One of the strangest things is that right before my first episode of dizziness I had major trouble swallowing where it felt like food particles were getting stuck in my throat. I also deal with reactive lymph nodes in my throat area and persistent post nasal drip alongside symptoms that feel like asthma. When it comes to my medical results most scans and blood works look normal apart from a few things. I have low ferritin indicating an iron deficiency and low potassium levels that seem resistant to treatment even though I take both magnesium and potassium supplements. My doctors are at a loss and cannot tell me what is happening. I have been thinking a lot about the timing of all this. About three or four months before I got sick I got a puppy. My symptoms first showed up right as she reached her first heat and started shedding a lot of fur. I am in my 30s, I was healthy prior to this. I have not had a dog in thirteen years and although I have some known allergies my tests for standard type one and four allergies came back negative. My doctors just told me to take antihistamines when needed but I keep wondering if this constant exposure to the dog could have triggered this massive inflammatory response or my dysautonomia. I am now at a point where I am strongly considering moving to a completely new place and getting rid of my things to escape any allergens. My aunt has offered to adopt my dog for a while to see if my health improves when I am away from the shedding and dander. Has anyone else experienced dysautonomia or these kinds of throat and lymph node issues being triggered by an animal or an environmental factor even when standard tests were negative. submitted by /u/Tandfeen_dk22 to r/dysautonomia [link] [comments]

My pitbull mix, Nova, is 5 years old, a little on the chunky side, but not enough to be super concerned (BCS is 6). She is on Zenrelia and Prozac, Gabapentin for acute anxiety. Initially, we thought her constant itching was environmental allergies, hence the Zenrelia, and it worked really well for that. However, she licks constantly, all the time. I started giving her baths every 2 weeks, using Skout's honor shampoo (2 washes) on her body and dove baby soap on her face. After her bath, I put coconut oil on her. It helped immensely, but now we know when she needs a bath because her licking gets really intense in the days leading up to her bath. The vet suspects that, because she gets baths so often and I put oil on her, that it's difficult to tell just how allergic she is because her skin is so good. Her vet suspected food allergies and we did a trial, but she wouldn't eat the food because she hates chicken flavored anything with a passion, and not much changed. I think I may ask the vet for Royal Canin select protein food, as she does really well on Blue Buffalo Basics lamb flavor. Her licking has decreased a little bit since starting the blue buffalo, but it still picks up a day or two before her bath. I want to switch from Blue buffalo because I saw that they had issues with Dilated cardiomyopathy in their grain-free food, which basics is one of those; and Royal Canin is a WASVA food. The issue I have is that I know I am not helping much because I have paranoia about her dental and gut health. She gets a milkbone at night and she is on native pet multivitamin and probiotic, she also gets the greenies pill pockets for her medication. I know those have allergens in them, but I didn't think much about it until recently and my god is my dog picky as hell. I am having trouble finding a good probiotic that doesn't have allergens in it, I saw fortiflora has "hidden chicken" and now I'm worried about finding a probiotic supplement that I know for a fact does not contain any allergens. I also want to get her a dental chew that is a novel protein or something that doesn't have allergens in it either. I checked that her toothpaste does not have allergens (petsmile). I also need a pill pocket alternative, since she is so picky, it's hard to give her her pills. I was looking at a coffee wood chew, yak chew, and zignature biscuits, as well as CET enzymatic chews. I have some concerns about her joint health, just because I know pitties are prone to ligament tears, but I don't see any allergy friendly joint supplements (she also prefers powder on her food). I also am looking into making a balm out of bison tallow, manuka honey, and beeswax for post-bath, as I am allergic to coconut oil. I apologize for the length, I tried to be thorough and detailed as possible. Thank you for taking the time to read this and any suggestions are appreciated! I don't want to be the crazy parent to my dog who does far too much, but I also want my dog to be as healthy and happy as possible and her itching makes her miserable. Especially her ears, which she cries anytime i clean them, but the vet said she doesn't have ear infections and she may just be dramatic. Anyway, thank you again. submitted by /u/HopefulLesbian to r/dogallergies [link] [comments]

Your dog's spring itch might not be just pollen — their food could be making seasonal allergies worse Spring is here, and your dog is scratching more than usual. Their paws are pink. Their ears are warm. Maybe they're scooting across the carpet or rubbing their face along the couch. Your first thought: pollen season. And you might be right. But there's a possibility most pet owners don't consider — and most spring allergy articles don't mention: your dog's food could be making their seasonal allergies worse. Why Your Dog Itches More in Spring Spring brings a surge of environmental allergens: Tree pollen (March–May) Grass pollen (April–June) Mold spores (thrive in spring moisture) Dust mites (more active in warming weather) Dogs with environmental allergies (atopic dermatitis) react to these allergens through their skin, not their nose. That's why spring allergies in dogs look different than in humans: Itchy paws — pollen gets trapped between toes during walks Ear infections — allergic inflammation disrupts the ear canal (food sensitivities cause these too — more on that below) Belly and inner leg irritation — areas that brush against grass Face rubbing — eyes, muzzle, and chin react to airborne allergens Red, warm skin — especially in skin folds and armpits If these symptoms appear every spring and fade by winter, environmental allergies are a strong suspect. The Overlap Problem — Why It's So Confusing Here's what makes this genuinely difficult: environmental and food-related symptoms in dogs look nearly identical. A quick but important distinction: environmental allergies (like pollen reactions) are true allergies — immediate immune responses. But most food-related reactions in dogs are actually food sensitivities — a slower, different type of immune response that builds over days rather than minutes. Vets use the umbrella term "adverse food reaction" to cover both. The reason this matters: your dog can have a true pollen allergy AND a food sensitivity operating through completely different pathways, yet producing the same symptoms. Both cause: Itching and scratching Ear infections Skin redness and irritation Paw licking and chewing Hot spots And here's the part that trips up most pet owners and even some vets: many dogs have both. Studies suggest that dogs with atopic dermatitis frequently have concurrent food sensitivities. The environmental allergies cause a baseline of inflammation, and food sensitivities add to it. Think of it like a bucket. Environmental allergens fill the bucket partway. Food sensitivities fill it more. When the bucket overflows — usually in spring, when pollen loads are highest — your dog's symptoms become unbearable. This is why spring is when food-sensitive dogs often have their worst flares. The pollen pushes them over a threshold that food sensitivities had already brought them close to. 5 Signs It Might Be Food, Not Just Pollen Watch for these clues that food may be part of the picture: 1. Symptoms Persist Year-Round Seasonal allergies come and go. If your dog itches in January too — even if it's worse in April — food is likely involved. 2. Digestive Issues Alongside Skin Problems Environmental allergies rarely cause gut symptoms. If your dog has loose stools, gas, or occasional vomiting alongside their itching, a food sensitivity is worth investigating. 3. Ear Infections That Keep Coming Back Recurring ear infections — especially when they respond to treatment but return within weeks — are a hallmark of food sensitivity in dogs. 4. Itching Gets Worse After Specific Meals Pay attention to timing. If itching or paw-licking intensifies after eating certain foods, that's a signal. Remember, food sensitivity reactions in dogs are often delayed by days — with a median of about 5 days for skin signs, though gut symptoms may appear sooner. Cumulative effects can build over a week or more of repeated exposure. 5. Antihistamines Don't Fully Resolve It If your vet's allergy medication helps somewhat but doesn't eliminate the itch, there may be a food component driving inflammation through non-histamine pathways that medication can't fully address. Many dogs have both environmental and food sensitivities at the same time. The only way to untangle them is with data — tracking what your dog eats alongside when and how severely symptoms appear. Start tracking food and symptoms together — patterns emerge in as little as 2 weeks. How to Sort It Out The only reliable way to distinguish food allergies from environmental allergies is through data — specifically, tracking what your dog eats and how they respond over time. Track Food and Symptoms Daily Log every meal and every symptom, every day. Include: What your dog ate (proteins, treats, supplements) Symptom type and severity (itching, ears, paws, gut) Time of day symptoms are worse Activity and environment (long walk through grass? indoor day?) After 4–6 weeks, patterns emerge. Food-related symptoms show up consistently regardless of pollen counts. Environmental symptoms correlate with outdoor time and season. Consider an Elimination Diet An elimination diet is the gold standard for identifying food triggers. You simplify your dog's diet to a single novel protein source for 8–12 weeks, then reintroduce potential triggers one at a time, monitoring for reactions over up to 14 days per food. Important: Start an elimination diet under veterinary guidance. And track throughout — an elimination diet without data is just a restrictive diet with no answers. Share Your Data with Your Vet When you bring tracking data to your vet appointment, you transform a 15-minute guessing game into a productive conversation. Your vet can see exactly when symptoms flared, what changed in the diet, and whether the pattern points to food, environment, or both. Carnivore Lifestyles logs meals and symptoms in under 2 minutes a day. AI pattern analysis identifies correlations — including delayed food reactions hiding behind seasonal noise. One account tracks every pet in your household. What to Do Right Now Today: Start tracking your dog's food and symptoms. Even during peak allergy season, food patterns will show through the seasonal noise if you track consistently. This week: Keep your dog's diet consistent. Don't change foods, add new treats, or switch proteins. Consistency reduces variables. Over the next month: Note which days are better and worse. Compare against what they ate, not just where they walked. If your dog is on allergy medication, note whether symptoms break through despite the medication — that's often the food signal showing through. Spring Is Actually the Best Time to Start Tracking It might seem counterintuitive — why start tracking food during the noisiest allergy season? Because spring creates a natural contrast. When environmental allergens are high, food-sensitive dogs will have MORE severe symptoms than dogs with purely seasonal allergies. If tracking reveals that your dog's worst days correlate with specific meals rather than high-pollen days, you've found something important. And when allergy season fades in late fall, tracking data from spring gives you a clear comparison: did the itching decrease proportionally, or did a baseline of symptoms persist? That's the food signal. Your Dog Deserves Answers, Not Just Another Prescription Every spring, millions of dogs get another round of antihistamines, another course of steroids, another prescription shampoo. And every spring, millions of pet owners wonder why the itch keeps coming back. For some dogs, the answer isn't more medication. It's identifying the food that's been silently filling their inflammation bucket all along. Tracking gives you that answer. Under 2 minutes a day. Patterns emerge in as little as 2 weeks. Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute veterinary advice. Always consult with a qualified veterinarian before changing your dog's diet, starting an elimination diet, or discontinuing any prescribed treatments. Persistent symptoms such as itching, ear infections, and skin irritation can have multiple causes, some of which require specific veterinary treatment. submitted by /u/Altruistic_Knee_104 to r/ItchyPet [link] [comments]

You did the responsible thing. Your dog was itching, scratching, getting ear infections that wouldn't quit — and you went looking for answers. Everything you found said the same thing: chicken is the number one food allergen in dogs. So you switched to a chicken-free formula. Maybe you spent $60 or $70 on a bag of premium chicken-free kibble. You waited. You watched. And your dog is still itching. It's not because you did something wrong. It's because the advice was wrong. The "chicken is the biggest problem" claim has been repeated so many times across breed blogs, pet store aisles, and social media that it feels like established fact. But when you look at the peer-reviewed research — the actual data from veterinary studies — a very different picture emerges. One where chicken isn't even close to the top of the list. Something in your dog's food is likely driving these symptoms. But there's a good chance you've been eliminating the wrong protein and leaving the real trigger sitting in the bowl. A quick note on terminology: You'll see "food allergy" everywhere online, and we use the term in our headings because that's what most people search for. But true food allergies — immediate immune reactions like hives or facial swelling — are rare in dogs. What most dogs experience are food sensitivities: delayed immune responses that show up as itching, ear infections, gut problems, and skin inflammation hours or days after eating a trigger food. Throughout this article, we'll use "sensitivity" and "trigger food" for accuracy, and "allergy" where it reflects common usage or appears in research citations. The Chicken Myth — Where It Came From If you search "most common dog food allergen" right now, you'll find dozens of breed blogs, pet advice sites, and social media posts claiming chicken tops the list. Pet store employees repeat it. Breeders warn about it. Entire product lines are built around "chicken-free" as a selling point. The message is consistent enough that questioning it feels contrarian. But where did it start? Part of the answer is visibility. Chicken is the single most common protein in commercial dog food. It's in kibble, wet food, treats, dental chews, training rewards, and supplements. If a dog develops food sensitivity symptoms, and the owner checks the ingredient list, chicken is almost always there. It's the easiest protein to point a finger at — not because the evidence says it's the most common trigger, but because it's the most common ingredient. The "grain-free" marketing wave amplified this. As grain-free diets surged in popularity, brands needed a next-level differentiation story. "Chicken-free" became that story — a way to signal premium quality and allergen awareness, regardless of what the research actually supported. Social media did the rest. One confident post claiming "chicken is the #1 dog food allergen" gets shared, screenshotted, and repeated until it becomes received wisdom. Nobody checks the citation because there's nothing to check — the claim didn't come from a study. It came from repetition. The problem isn't that chicken can't be a trigger. It absolutely can. The problem is that calling it the most common trigger isn't what the research shows — and building your dog's entire dietary strategy around that claim may mean you've been solving the wrong problem. The Real Numbers — What Peer-Reviewed Research Found In 2016, Mueller, Olivry, and Prélaud published a systematic review in BMC Veterinary Research — a meta-analysis that pooled data from multiple clinical studies to identify which food proteins most commonly triggered adverse reactions in dogs. It remains the most widely cited study on canine food sensitivity prevalence, and it covered data from dogs with confirmed adverse food reactions across multiple clinical studies. Here's what they found: Protein % of dogs with food sensitivities Beef 34% Dairy 17% Chicken 15% Wheat 13% Soy 6% Lamb 5% Corn 4% Read that again. Beef causes more than twice as many food reactions as chicken. Not slightly more. Not a marginal difference. More than double. And dairy — a sensitivity trigger that almost nobody talks about in the pet food world — is more common than chicken too. At 17%, dairy sits quietly in second place, virtually absent from the breed blogs and pet store conversations that spend all their time warning about chicken. A critical note: these are percentages of dogs with food sensitivities, not all dogs. Most dogs tolerate all proteins just fine and will never develop food sensitivities. But among those that do react, the hierarchy is clear — and it's not what the internet has been telling you. Here's why this matters in practical terms. If your dog is itchy and you switch from a chicken-and-rice kibble to a beef-based, chicken-free formula, you've removed a protein responsible for 15% of food reactions — and replaced it with one responsible for 34%. You haven't just failed to solve the problem. You may have made it worse. And if your dog's dental chew contains dairy derivatives (more on that in a moment), you've introduced a 17% trigger on top of the 34% one. The "chicken-free" switch didn't just miss — it moved in the wrong direction entirely. This is not opinion. This is the largest peer-reviewed dataset we have on canine food sensitivity prevalence (Mueller et al., 2016). And it tells a fundamentally different story than the one circulating across pet advice platforms. But Not Every Breed Is Average These Mueller et al. percentages are population-wide averages across 297 dogs spanning many breeds. Your dog's breed may sit materially above or below any of these numbers — especially for chicken, which breed-specific tracking data shows is highly variable. A few patterns worth knowing (note: breed-specific figures below are directional estimates from non-peer-reviewed tracking databases, not peer-reviewed prevalence studies — treat them as "your breed is probably closer to this than to the Mueller average," not as precise rates): French Bulldogs may see chicken reactions closer to ~60% of their food-sensitivity cases (well above the 15% Mueller baseline), with beef and dairy also common — and the same non-peer-reviewed tracking data suggests similar chicken-skew in several related breeds. See why chicken matters more for Frenchies and what actually helps for the full breakdown including what this means for other sensitivity-prone breeds. West Highland White Terriers have the highest documented atopic dermatitis rates of any breed (~52% by age 3), with significant overlap between food and environmental sensitivities. See Westie food sensitivities and the 50% overlap most vets miss. Golden Retrievers don't have published breed-specific % breakdowns, but their dense double coat and atopic predisposition make delayed food reactions especially hard to spot without tracking. See why your Golden is scratching. The generic Mueller figures are still useful — they tell you where to START. Your breed's data tells you where to LOOK FIRST. Your individual dog's tracking tells you the actual answer. The Dairy Blind Spot — The Allergen Hiding in Plain Sight If beef being number one surprises you, dairy being number two might be even more unexpected. At 17% of adverse food reactions in dogs, dairy proteins are more commonly implicated than chicken — yet dairy almost never appears in conversations about dog food sensitivities. Part of the reason is that dairy doesn't look like dairy in most pet products. Casein and whey — the two main protein groups in milk — show up in places you wouldn't think to check. They're not listed as "dairy" on the label. They appear as: Dental chews. Many popular dental sticks use milk-derived calcium or casein as binding agents. If your dog gets a dental chew every night before bed, that's a daily dose of dairy protein on top of whatever their food contains. Supplements and joint chews. Cheese-flavored glucosamine chews, probiotic supplements with whey-based carriers, and "natural flavoring" that derives from dairy sources. Pill pockets. Those soft treats designed to hide medication often contain dairy proteins for palatability and texture. Training treats. Cheese-flavored or yogurt-coated treats are obvious, but even plain-looking training rewards may list whey or casein in the fine print. The practical impact of this blind spot is devastating for elimination diets. Picture this: you've done everything right. You've put your dog on a limited-ingredient, novel-protein diet. You're carefully avoiding chicken and beef. You're eight weeks in, tracking progress. But every night, you hand your dog a dairy-based dental chew — and the elimination diet is broken. The symptoms never fully resolve, and you conclude that the diet "didn't work." It did work. The dental chew undid it. This is one of the most common reasons elimination diets fail in practice, and it's almost never discussed. If your dog is on any kind of restricted diet, every single thing that goes into their mouth needs to be checked — not just the food in the bowl. Treats, chews, supplements, flavored medications, and even toothpaste can contain dairy derivatives that keep the immune response simmering. Why "Chicken-Free" Food Often Doesn't Work If you've already tried chicken-free food and your dog is still symptomatic, you're not alone — and it doesn't mean dietary management is hopeless. It usually means one of four things went wrong. The real trigger stayed in the bowl. If your dog reacts to beef (34% probability) or dairy (17%), switching to chicken-free changes nothing. Many chicken-free formulas use beef as their primary protein. Others contain dairy derivatives. You removed a 15% probability trigger and left higher-probability triggers untouched. "Chicken-free" doesn't mean "limited ingredient." A chicken-free label means exactly one thing: no chicken. The formula may still contain beef, dairy, wheat, soy, lamb, egg, and a dozen other proteins. Unless the food is a true single-protein, limited-ingredient diet, you're still feeding multiple potential triggers simultaneously — making it impossible to identify which one (or which combination) is the problem. The food may not contain what you think it does. PCR-based DNA testing of commercial pet foods has revealed a significant mislabeling problem. Willis-Mahn et al. (2022) found chicken DNA in approximately 65% of dry dog foods tested — including products that don't list chicken as an ingredient. Horvath-Ungerboeck et al. (2017) found similar undeclared proteins in commercial elimination diets. This isn't about deception from manufacturers; cross-contamination during processing is common. But for a dog with food sensitivities, undeclared proteins can silently sabotage an elimination diet. Delayed reactions hide the connection. Food sensitivity reactions in dogs don't happen immediately. Research shows a median onset of approximately 5 days for cutaneous signs after a food challenge (Olivry & Mueller, 2020), and cumulative skin and itch effects can build across days or even weeks. When you switch food and your dog is still itching a week later, it's easy to conclude the new food isn't helping. But you might be seeing the tail end of the old food's reaction, not a reaction to the new one. Without tracking, you can't tell the difference. These four factors create a frustrating cycle: switch food, see brief improvement (often a novelty effect), symptoms return, conclude the new food "didn't work," switch again. Repeat indefinitely. The problem was never the approach — it was the lack of data to guide it. The Breed Exception — When Chicken IS the Problem Everything above reflects population-level data — averages across all breeds. And population data is the right starting point. But it's not the whole story. Breed-specific patterns exist, and for some breeds, chicken may genuinely be a more significant trigger than the overall 15% figure suggests. French Bulldogs are the most commonly cited example. Breed-specific sources and veterinary dermatology practices report higher rates of chicken sensitivity in Frenchies than the general population. While peer-reviewed breed-specific trigger data for French Bulldogs is limited, the clinical pattern is consistent enough that many veterinary dermatologists start Frenchie elimination diets by removing chicken alongside beef and dairy. If you have a French Bulldog, our complete guide to Frenchie food sensitivities covers the breed-specific nuances in depth. Labradors are another breed where some reports suggest elevated chicken sensitivity — with some non-peer-reviewed sources citing rates around 40%. Again, this figure should be treated with caution: it comes from clinical observations and breed-specific databases rather than controlled studies. But it's worth knowing if you have a Lab. Westies (West Highland White Terriers) have their own distinct sensitivity profile, with skin-related food reactions being particularly prevalent in the breed. See our Westie food sensitivity guide for breed-specific recommendations. Here's the critical point: population statistics give you starting probabilities. They tell you where to look first. But they don't tell you what YOUR dog reacts to. A Labrador might tolerate chicken perfectly well despite the breed's elevated rates. A mixed breed might be in the 15% that doesn't. Breed data guides which protein to test first in an elimination diet. Tracking confirms whether the test was right. One gives you a hypothesis. The other gives you an answer. Multi-Allergen Dogs — Why Single-Protein Switches Fail Here's something that doesn't get discussed enough: many food-sensitive dogs react to more than one protein. If your dog reacts to both chicken and beef — which isn't uncommon given that those are the two most prevalent proteins in commercial dog food — then switching from one to the other accomplishes nothing. You've traded one trigger for another. The symptoms continue, and you're left wondering why dietary management "doesn't work for your dog." It does work. But single-protein switches between common proteins aren't elimination diets — they're lateral moves. The only reliable approach for dogs with multiple food sensitivities is a true elimination diet using a novel protein: a protein source your dog has never been exposed to. Venison, kangaroo, rabbit, or duck (if your dog hasn't eaten duck-based food before) are common novel protein choices. Hydrolyzed protein diets — where proteins are broken down small enough that the immune system doesn't recognize them — are another option, though they come with their own complications (see our hydrolyzed elimination diet guide for the full picture). Once symptoms resolve on the novel protein (which typically takes 8 to 12 weeks for full skin symptom resolution), the next step is controlled reintroduction. You add back one protein at a time — beef first, since it's the most common trigger — and track symptoms daily for up to 14 days per protein. This is the only way to build a reliable map of your individual dog's triggers. It's slow. It's methodical. And it's the only approach that actually produces answers rather than guesses. The Only Way to Know — Elimination + Tracking You've probably seen ads for dog food allergy blood tests or saliva tests. They promise to identify your dog's triggers from a single sample — no elimination diet needed. The appeal is obvious. Who wouldn't want to skip eight weeks of restricted feeding? The problem is that food sensitivities in dogs are generally not IgE-mediated — they don't involve the same immune pathway that blood and saliva tests measure. Multiple veterinary dermatology studies have found that these tests produce high rates of false positives and false negatives for food-related reactions. The gold standard, according to veterinary consensus, remains the elimination diet with controlled reintroduction. Population data — the Mueller et al. percentages, the breed-specific patterns — gives you probabilities. It tells you where the odds are. But probabilities don't diagnose your individual dog. Only systematic observation does. Here's the protocol that works: Start with a novel protein. Choose a protein your dog has never eaten. Feed nothing else — no treats, no dental chews, no flavored supplements — unless they're made from the same single protein source. This is where most elimination diets fail: not the food in the bowl, but everything around it. Maintain the elimination phase for 8 to 12 weeks. Skin symptoms are slow to resolve. It takes time for existing inflammation to calm down, for skin cell turnover to complete, and for the immune system to stop producing the inflammatory signals that drive itching. Two weeks isn't enough. Four weeks isn't enough. Eight is the minimum for most dogs, and twelve gives a clearer picture. Track daily. This is the step that separates diets that produce answers from diets that produce frustration. Log every meal, every treat, every symptom, every behavior change — daily. Food sensitivity reactions in dogs typically take days to appear — with a median of about 5 days for skin signs — and cumulative effects can build across days or weeks. You cannot track delayed reactions by memory. By day five of an elimination diet, you've already forgotten what happened on day one. Reintroduce one protein at a time. Once symptoms have resolved (or significantly improved), add back a single protein. Monitor for up to 14 days. If symptoms return, you've identified a trigger. If they don't, that protein is likely safe. Move to the next one. Build your dog's individual trigger map one protein at a time. The 7-day lookback window is where daily tracking becomes essential. When your dog starts scratching on a Thursday, the trigger might have been something they ate on Monday or Tuesday. Memory can't reliably bridge that gap — especially when you're also tracking treats, supplements, and the occasional stolen snack. A daily log catches the patterns that memory misses, and that's the difference between an elimination diet that produces answers and one that ends in "I guess we'll never know." Track Your Dog's Food and Symptoms You don't need to guess which protein to eliminate. You don't need to cycle through expensive bags of food hoping the next one will be different. And you don't need to accept "some dogs are just itchy" as an answer. What you need is data — your dog's data, tracked consistently, analyzed across the time windows that food sensitivity reactions actually operate on. Carnivore Lifestyles tracks daily meals, treats, supplements, symptoms, and behavior. The AI pattern analysis works across a 7-day lookback window — catching the delayed connections between food and symptoms that are invisible to memory alone. It doesn't diagnose food sensitivities. It reveals patterns and correlations that help you and your veterinarian make informed decisions. 14-day free trial. No credit card required. Log meals and symptoms daily, and let the data show you what's actually going on. Stop guessing which protein to eliminate. Start tracking to find out. Frequently Asked Questions What is the most common food allergy in dogs? According to Mueller et al. (2016), a systematic review published in BMC Veterinary Research, beef is the most commonly reported food sensitivity trigger in dogs — causing adverse reactions in 34% of dogs with food sensitivities. Dairy is second at 17%, and chicken is third at 15%. Despite widespread belief, chicken is not the most common trigger. See also: Dog Food Allergy vs Sensitivity for more on how these reactions work. Can dairy cause allergies in dogs? Yes. Dairy proteins (casein and whey) are the second most common food sensitivity trigger in dogs at 17% — more common than chicken. Dairy derivatives hide in dental chews, joint supplements, pill pockets, training treats, and products labeled "natural flavoring." If your dog is on an elimination diet, checking every treat and supplement for dairy ingredients is essential. Why is my dog still itching on chicken-free food? If your dog's trigger is beef (34% of dogs with food sensitivities) or dairy (17%), switching to chicken-free food changes nothing — especially since many chicken-free formulas still contain beef or dairy. Additionally, PCR studies have found undeclared proteins in commercial dog foods (Willis-Mahn et al. 2022; Horvath-Ungerboeck et al. 2017), so your "chicken-free" food may not be entirely chicken-free. A tracked elimination diet using a novel protein your dog has never eaten is the only reliable approach. See Dog Scratching But No Fleas for other potential causes to rule out. How many dogs are allergic to beef? In Mueller et al.'s (2016) systematic review of dogs with confirmed food sensitivities, 34% reacted to beef — making it the single most common food sensitivity trigger in dogs. Beef is more than twice as common as chicken (15%) as a food sensitivity trigger. If your dog has chronic ear infections or skin issues and eats a beef-based diet, beef should be one of the first proteins evaluated in an elimination diet. Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute veterinary advice. Always consult with a qualified veterinarian before changing your pet's diet or discontinuing any prescribed treatments. Persistent itching, ear infections, and skin irritation can have multiple causes — including environmental allergens, parasites, bacterial or yeast infections, and structural conditions — some of which require specific veterinary treatment. Persistent or severe symptoms should always be evaluated by a veterinary professional. This article does not replace a professional veterinary examination. If you observe signs of anaphylaxis, severe vomiting, collapse, or rapid deterioration, seek emergency veterinary care immediately. submitted by /u/Altruistic_Knee_104 to r/ItchyPet [link] [comments]

We have 5 dogs. One of them has allergies. Here’s our story (so far). Korben is a mix. Possible St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees mix with maybe lab. He’s 7. He’s about 107 pounds. We got him at 8 weeks at a rescue. The first few years, he was a normal dog. Then around 3 he started constantly itching. Vet put him on Apoquel. Did nothing. Like it might as well have been a placebo. Then we did Cytopoint. Which for him was costly due to his size. I found an online pharmacy (Rood and Riddle) that had the best pricing on it. I believe it was around $235 each time I ordered since he needed two 40’s and one 30. My vet allowed me to do them at home since I’m a medical assistant and very comfortable with needles/injections. He taught me how to do it on a dog and we did that for awhile. It got to a point though where he needed it at least monthly, so we started working with the vet on other options. We tried every OTC dog itch pill, shampoo, and supplement. Nothing worked. Last year he started itching and chewing himself so badly he kept getting infections. Two rounds of Cefpoxime and prednisone. As soon as we’d stop the meds, he’d go right back to itching and chewing. His tail was so bad that he’d wag it and hit it on the walls that I was constantly cleaning blood splatter off the walls. Vet had us try Royal Canine Ultramino. We did a strict food trial of 3 months, no change. We looked into allergy testing through a dermatologist and they quoted us a STARTING price of $2,500. Then they’d make the serum and said it would be a minimum of one year to see a difference. He’s already 7. And a giant mixed breed. The math just didn’t math for us. We just can’t swing that, especially since another dog tore her CCL and we had just paid $5k for surgery. However, after talking to the vet dermatologist, we learned most allergies are not food allergies. The only food we knew he was allergic to was ham when my daughter several years ago gave him a piece of ham while she was making a sandwich and within 20 minutes he had full body hives. Vet decided to do modified cyclosporine and prednisone taper. He’s now been on the modified cyclosporine for about 7 weeks. We were able to taper his prednisone to one a day, whereas he needed two daily before, but we’ve been unable to get him off the prednisone. This week we’ve added in Zenrelia as the last attempt to get him off the prednisone. He is currently taking two (100mg) modified cyclosporine, two (15mg) Zenrelia, and one 20 mg prednisone. Tomorrow I’m going to try to skip the prednisone and do one every other day for a week. Or current plan with our vet: We know he’s good with the modified cyclosporine and the prednisone. If prednisone wasn’t risky, we’d do that. We are hoping the Zenrelia can replace the prednisone. If that works, we can try tapering the cyclosporine, but we don’t have to. If we can’t get him off the prednisone, then he will be on one a day for the rest of his life, even if it ends up shortening his life. submitted by /u/Happyhippy81 to r/dogallergies [link] [comments]

I have done extensive reading on the subject but need the input of a vet with knowledge about the use of probiotics in dogs. I have a healthy 2-year-old, 38-lbs hound mix. She’s a rescue and has always struggled with anxiety and fear, as well as overall sensitive skin or what could be seasonal allergies (my vet hasn’t done any conclusive testing but she gets lots of painful interdigital cysts and armpit rashes, even requiring antibiotics, mostly in the winter). I give her Solliquin daily for long-term anxiety support and she loves it. However, I read specific probiotic strains can also help with anxiety (bifidobacterium longum), as well allergies and overall immunity (lactobacillus plantarum/rhamnosus; bifidobacterium bifidum). I found two trustworthy and clinically effective options containing several of these strains: *Proviable-DC Chewable tablets and Vital Planet Flora Dog chews.\* My vet actually recommended Proviable-DC Chewable tablets (just as a general beneficial probiotic chew; not for any specific issues) and my dog loves it but I read contradictory statements regarding whether they should be used long-term daily on dogs without stomach issues. Can any vet here advise which of these two supplements, if any, is most recommended for long-term daily use on my dog? HUGE thanks in advance! :) submitted by /u/One_Life___ to r/AskVet [link] [comments]

Natural dog supplements are often the favorite choice for many pet owners. These products usually have better bioavailability and fewer additives than synthetic ones. Recent surveys show that 77% of pet supplement buyers choose natural ingredients. Also, 68% prefer organic options for their dogs. However, there are some misunderstandings. Some owners wrongly think all supplements work the same. They ignore the important differences in quality and safety. It's important to learn about dog supplements. This way, your furry friend gets the best care possible. Key Takeaways Natural dog supplements are made from real food. This helps dogs absorb and use them better. Synthetic dog supplements can have harmful additives. These can cause health problems for your dog. Always talk to your veterinarian before picking supplements. This ensures they fit your dog's health needs. Check for clear ingredient lists and third-party testing. This helps make sure the supplements are safe and good quality. Add one supplement at a time. Watch your dog for any changes in health or behavior. Natural vs. Synthetic Dog Supplements What Are Natural Dog Supplements? Natural canine supplements come from real food sources. They often have ingredients from plants, animals, or minerals. These supplements help your dog's health with nutrients that are bioavailable. This means your dog can easily absorb and use them. Common ingredients in natural dog supplements include: Colostrum: This first food is full of antibodies and growth factors. L-Glutamine: An important amino acid that helps gut health, mainly from protein-rich foods. Inulin: A prebiotic fiber from chicory root, good for gut health. Fish Oil (Omega-3s): Comes from fish and has EPA and DHA, which help skin and coat health. Vitamin E: An antioxidant found in many plant oils that helps skin and immune health. Natural dog supplements are made under strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). These rules make sure of quality control during production. Manufacturers test to confirm ingredient identity and check for purity to avoid contamination. They also look for harmful things like heavy metals and pesticides. This careful process helps make sure your dog gets safe and effective nutrition. What Are Synthetic Dog Supplements? Synthetic dog supplements, however, have lab-made nutrients. These supplements often have synthetic versions of vitamins and minerals. Common ingredients in synthetic dog supplements include: Choline Chloride: A synthetic B-complex vitamin. Calcium Panthenate: A synthetic vitamin B15. Thiamin Mononitrate: A synthetic vitamin B-1. Ascorbic Acid: A synthetic vitamin C. While synthetic supplements can give important nutrients, they often have additives and preservatives that may not help your dog. Common additives in synthetic dog supplements include: Sucrose Fructose Synthetic vitamins like E and C Harsh preservatives like BHA or BHT These additives can cause poor nutrient absorption and health problems. Unlike natural options, synthetic supplements may use GMO ingredients, which can harm the environment. Pros and Cons of Dog Supplements Benefits of Natural Dog Supplements Natural dog supplements have many benefits that can help your dog's health. Here are some important advantages: Bioavailability: Natural options usually have nutrients that your dog can absorb easily. This means your dog gets the most from the supplements. Whole-food Supplements: These supplements, especially those from organ meats, give important vitamins and minerals that regular pet foods might not have. For example, beef liver is full of Vitamin A and B12, which are vital for your dog's health. Gut Health: Research shows that natural prebiotics, like Galacto-Oligosaccharides (GOS), can help gut health. A healthier gut lining may improve joint comfort and movement in dogs with arthritis. Drawbacks of Synthetic Dog Supplements Even though synthetic dog supplements can provide nutrients, they have some serious downsides. Here are some issues: Additives and Preservatives: Many synthetic supplements have additives that might not help your dog. These can cause poor nutrient absorption and possible health problems. Health Risks: Vet studies have found bad effects from synthetic supplements. Problems like stomach issues, liver damage, and even serious complications have been seen. For example, some dogs felt tired or drank more water after taking synthetic vitamins. Toxicity: Giving your dog high amounts of synthetic vitamins can cause toxicity. Too much synthetic vitamin D, for instance, can lead to serious health problems like kidney damage. Making the Right Choice for Your Dog Factors to Consider When picking dog supplements, think about some important things. These things help make sure your dog gets the best health support. Here are key points to remember: Your dog’s needs: Find nutrition that meets AAFCO standards for your dog’s age, size, and breed. Every dog has different needs based on these things. Your veterinarian’s recommendation: Always talk to your veterinarian to check if a supplement is needed and safe. They can give advice based on your dog's health. Transparency: Look for clear ingredient lists and sourcing on supplement labels. Transparency helps you know what you are giving your dog. Testing and endorsements: Look for endorsements from veterinarians or dog health experts. Products with clinical proof usually offer better safety and effectiveness. Also, think about your dog's age. Young dogs may need fewer supplements, while older dogs often need more support. This can help keep them healthy and happy. Consulting Your Veterinarian Talking to your veterinarian is very important when choosing for your dog. They can help you pick the right supplements based on your dog's health needs. Here are some tips to follow: Check the quality of ingredients in supplements. Not all products are checked or guaranteed to have what is on the label. Look for trustworthy information from makers about the safety and effectiveness of their products. This can help you avoid bad or useless options. Tell your veterinarian and the supplement maker about any strange reactions. This feedback can help make products safer for all dogs. By talking to your veterinarian, you can make smart choices about dog supplements. This ensures your furry friend gets the best care possible. In conclusion, natural dog supplements usually have better bioavailability and fewer additives than synthetic ones. They help with long-term health and gut wellness. But, synthetic supplements can be useful in certain cases, like emergencies or serious deficiencies. Always think about your dog's specific needs and talk to your veterinarian before starting any supplement. Here are some tips to keep in mind: Check ingredient lists for whole food items. Look for third-party testing or GMP certification. Add one supplement at a time and watch for changes. By making smart choices, you can help your dog stay healthy. FAQ What are the signs that my dog needs supplements? Watch for signs like low energy, a bad coat, or tummy troubles. If your dog seems tired or has trouble moving, talk to your veterinarian. Can I give my dog human supplements? You should not give your dog human supplements. Some ingredients can be bad for dogs. Always pick supplements made just for pets. How long does it take to see results from dog supplements? Results can change based on the supplement and your dog's health. You might see improvements in a few weeks, but some benefits may take longer. Are natural supplements safe for all dogs? Most natural supplements for dogs are safe, but some dogs might have allergies. Always check with your veterinarian before starting any new supplement. How do I store dog supplements? Keep dog supplements in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Store them in their original containers to keep them fresh and effective. submitted by /u/lovely_puppy1994 to r/DogActiveLife [link] [comments]

First post! I recently took in my step-grandmother's dog after their passing. Lost my grandpa this past October, and the dogs were by themselves for god knows how long before he was found. My dog peanut is 4~ yrs old and has lots of allergies. She was kind of thrown on me, and I ran to the store, bought her the Nutrish by Rachel Ray, and they just got worse. We finally found out it was her food, and I feel horrible. shes been itchy nonstop, and her skin is drying out, causing her hair to fall out like crazy. She came to live with me in mid november. I'm just trying to see what food is best for her, along with the allergy supplements that would work best. I thought it was allergies from outside, and I've been keeping her in most days, but I'm really not sure what to do now. submitted by /u/Twyla_Luvr to r/Maltipoo [link] [comments]

Hi everyone! We recently took our chi to the vet because we noticed she kept shaking her head more often than normal. Our vet told us she has a mild case of yeast bacteria in one of her ears and that she has allergies. Which now helps us understand why her belly gets red after rolling around outside. We are giving her the ear ointment provided by the vet. I’m curious if your chi’s have had this issue. Did you guys put your chi on the monthly allergy medicine or the shots? I’ve read online that a diet change could help. So I am curious if you’ve changed your dog’s food or added any supplements? Thank you in advance! submitted by /u/TemporaryBake1394 to r/chiweenie [link] [comments]

Hello! I keep seeing an add by Dog is Human that supposedly helps with allergies. I have a Pitbull mix and he tends to scratch his ears and legs a lot. Has anyone tried this supplement? I’ve been adding plain greek yogurt and omega 3 oil to help with his skin and it’s worked really well but he still looks uncomfortable. We’ve been thinking of Cytopoint or Apoquel but I don’t want to give him different things so I wanted to ask advice from the pittie community to see if yall have any advice since our babies are so sensitive😣 Thank you all!! submitted by /u/Chemical-Finger4483 to r/Pitbull [link] [comments]

Hi everyone! My horse recently went through a severe allergic reaction, which subsequently caused 2 colic episodes, leading him to be hospitalized for 4 days. Thankfully, he is on the mend now. They drew blood for allergy testing, and the results came back. POSITIVE: Fescue (grass) Pigweed Ragweed Wall Pellitory Alder trees Olive trees Aspergillus American Cockroach Fire Ant Oat Pea Soybean Wheat BORDERLINE: Timothy grass Russian thistle Arizona cypress trees Lepido mites Tyrophagus mites For the sake of everyone’s time, the cross reactive list is too long to even write so I included a photo for those interested. As you can see, the results are pretty unfortunate. The company that allergy tested him strongly encouraged putting him on these supplements: probiotics, prebiotics, l-threonine, polar lipids/beta glucan, and l-glutamine. I am struggling to find supplements that don’t include his allergies. So far, I have found EO-3 horse supplement (kentucky equine research), Optimum Probiotic 20 Billion CFU Probiotic Horse Powder Supplement (Mad Barn), and Threonine Pure Amino Horse Powder Supplement (Mad Barn). Please feel free to correct me if these are not good choices. If anyone has any insight or recommendations AT ALL, they would be MASSIVELY appreciated!!! Thank you:) submitted by /u/Mysterious_Detail181 to r/Horses [link] [comments]

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Cross posting from ask a vet sub. Please note he is under veterinary care, had recemt extensive bloodwork, all normal, just hoping for some new ideas to suggest! Main question: Is there a hypoallergenic diet that has the benefits of the Hills Gastrointestinal Biome Digestive & Fibre Care Dog Food? The Biome diet has some common allergens in it. Or are there any really good supplements I could add for pro/pre biotics/fibre and to help sooth and lubricate the intestines? Slippery elm is one I've heard of but unsure if it's proven? I have a 13 year old tiny 3kg dog, diagnosed a number of years ago (about 8) with acid reflux (presented with vomiting which eventually became bloody and, some diarrhoea, but very painful and unhappy stomach). Got him well meds and a change to Z/D diet/RCW hypoallergenic. Also had itchy skin, resulting in some sore scabby patches. He went on Apoquel for this, but was able to taper off and be ok just with the diet. Occasional gastric/reflux flares, usually if he ate something he shouldn't like bread. Course of omeprazole/painkiller used. A few years later, has had more frequent flare ups of nausea (desperate to eat grass) noisy stomach and some mucousy/bloody diarrhoea. Cerenia injection miraculous, eating and happy within hours, but has recurred more frequently as he gets older it seems. Diet was changed recently to Gastrointestinal Biome Digestive & Fibre Care Dog Food, which he really loves and seems to suit his stomach very, very well. However, he has become extremely itchy after a couple of months on the diet, starting to get a little scabby and frantic with itching at times. We've started Piriton (under vet advice) as I'd rather not go back to Apoquel if possible, while we consider diet/supplement choices. (Also bathe in Douxo soothing shampoo) Is there a hypoallergenic diet that has the benefits of the Hills Gastrointestinal Biome Digestive & Fibre Care Dog Food? The Biome diet has some common allergens in it. Or are there any really good supplements I could add for pro/pre biotics/fibre and to help sooth and lubricate the intestines? Slippery elm is one I've heard of but unsure if it's proven? The main skin allergy triggers seems to be wheat,chicken and possibly brewers yeast. Reflux/gastric wise it seems to be wheat, white fish, dairy. He was ok on most of the hypoallergenic diets (sometimes availability problems meant changing brand etc) PVD HA tinned, RCW sensitivity, Hills ZD have been the most common ones. He is under regualr vet care, and has just had a full work up, all normal including pancreatitis tests. Thank you so much for reading. I'm hoping someone with a keen interest in nutrition or experience with the same issues may read this 🙏 submitted by /u/BurnBabyBurnDisco1 to r/dogallergies [link] [comments]

My 6 year old Doberman/Pittie is always scratching, licking her paws and has a runny nose. Apoquel does not work anymore and I recently lost my job so another vet visit is not in the cards for me right now. Just looking for something to ease her discomfort until I can get back on my feet and take her to the vet. It’s definitely environmental allergies, not food allergens. I’ve seen ads all over the internet for supplements to help with allergy symptoms but they’re expensive and I don’t want to waste my money on something that won’t actually help her. Would love to know if there are supplements that you have tried and you felt actually made a difference. Thank you for any advice and please give all your pets a boop from me 🖤 submitted by /u/WinterAlexa13 to r/DogAdvice [link] [comments]

Mister Rico Suavecito has been extra itchy lately after our adventures. Have a natural topical ointment from Hawaii I found at a dog show that helps the redness and bumps after tall grass play. Wondering if anyone has had success with supplements in diet over going the medication route. Currently on a beef based diet. He is 10 month's so this is his first allergy season in the Bay Area. 🤧 🌉 submitted by /u/Rico_SuaveMadre to r/Frenchbulldogs [link] [comments]

Hi! Long time lurker first time poster. My dog is 15. I have known her since her birth. Within the past two years she is steadily losing weight. She used to be 65 pounds, now she is 55. The vet says she is ok, bloodwork is fine blah blah. Took her to another vet, same thing. 😤😤 they just say she is old. 😞☹️ But she is soooo skinny. I feed her 2.5 pounds of food a day. ( i weight it) plus treats and table scraps. She also requests treats and i give her more. If i give her too much food, throughout the day, she will vomit. I want to give her more, but her composition won’t allow it. I make her food, as she has alot of allergies. Her food consists of boiled quinoa with pork, i add fruit and vegetable powder, and a powder probiotic. Treats are sweet potato and chicken jerky, she has a daily skin coat vitamin supplements. She is HIGHLY allergic to any fish/shellfish. She drinks a mix of coconut water and water. Her coat, teeth, breath are beautiful. What do you recommend? submitted by /u/GroundbreakingToe315 to r/DogAdvice [link] [comments]

I spent all night in the vet hospital last night after the dog I was fostering chewed a bottle of my 5-htp. We had to put her down. I don’t know how much she ate but it is highly toxic for dogs even in small amounts. I thought it was out of reach but I put it on an unstable shelf and she knocked it down. The guilt and grief is overwhelming. Especially if you have cats, make sure that these things are in a cabinet so they can’t knock them down to where your dog can get them. submitted by /u/tippytee2 to r/dogs [link] [comments]