

Dogs react to food allergies by generally suffering with skin and coat problems. Itchy, red, flaky skin, and a dull coat are common symptoms of food allergies in dogs, and it's not like your dog can point out that a particular food is causing the problem. You as the owner need to be aware of any changes to your dog’s health, and if in any doubt whatsoever take your dog to a vet for formal diagnosis and treatment.
Food allergies account for only about 10% of dogs allergy problems, but they are treatable once your dog has been tested for, and you have found, which food is causing the problem.
So what symptoms should you be looking for to check if your dog has a wheat allergy:
• Itchy skin
• Ear inflammation
• Licking front paws
• Rubbing face on carpet
• Vomiting
• Sneezing
• Asthma like symptoms
• Behavioral changes
Many dog owners never suspect that a wheat allergy could be the cause of their dog's health problems, usually because the dog has been fed the same food all its life and the symptoms have only recently appeared. But dogs are no different from humans in the respect that food allergies can develop over a period of time. Not every human suffering with a food allergy was born with it, and the same goes for dogs too. Remember, if your dog exhibits these symptoms, it does not automatically mean they have a wheat allergy. Consult your vet if you suspect a food allergy.
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