How To Relieve Allergies In Pets The Natural Way

Is your pet's suffering making you unhappy as well? Your dog is constantly itching. When you're attempting to unwind on the sofa, she whines and wiggles.

Perhaps it's your cat... he claws at his ears, irritably. And you see unmistakable symptoms of intestinal distress all throughout the home.

You are not alone if you are coping with this pet parent issue. Skin disorders are the most common reason pet owners take their dog to the doctor.

And now for the second surprising twist in this narrative... It might be allergies rather than insects. The second most common cause of itchy skin in dogs and cats is allergies. Dogs and cats often exhibit allergy responses via their skin.

It doesn't matter whether it's a response to food... pollen or dust mite dander they inhaled... or something they rolled around in... when dogs respond to an allergy, it generally manifests as hives, inflammation, and irritation.

Though your pet acts as if his skin is on fire, he might be suffering an allergic response.

However, before you run out and spend hundreds of dollars to take him to the vet and get some anti-inflammatory medications, consider this.

You may be able to help his body relax simply by changing his diet...

Nutrient #1 for Pet Allergies: Good Food

Begin with the fundamentals. Don't scrimp on pet food since, like people, healthy pet nutrition is the cornerstone for optimal pet health and a balanced immune response.

Look for pet diets that have a decent supply of healthful protein, rather than merely residual skin and fats. And, although many animal byproducts, such as organ meats and cartilage, offer significant nourishment for pets, pet food businesses do not differentiate between the good and bad. Everything is put in. As a result, animal byproducts are often a less desired element.

But excellent protein alone isn't enough... You must ensure that the diet has all of the amino acids. Dogs cannot digest protein unless all 18 are present.

Furthermore, your pet food should have all of the vitamins and minerals that your pet need to flourish. And a healthy serving of fiber. This kind of healthy nourishment will be provided by a pet diet that includes veggies, meats, and grains.

Finally, certain carbs are beneficial. However, check for non-GMO grains. According to some study, GMO grains may trigger allergic responses and inflammation in animals.

If merely switching your pet's diet to a more nutritious pet food doesn't solve the issue, there are some extra nutritional supplements you may give your pet...

Nutrient #2 for Pet Allergies: Probiotics

Pets, like humans, need a growing community of beneficial bacteria in their stomachs to help their immune and digestive systems function well. Probiotic bacteria, like those found in people, may help your pet's immune system relax. A research published in the journal Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology shown how beneficial probiotics may be when given to puppies at a young age. Probiotics were given to one litter of pups in this research. The other litter, however, was not. Pups given the probiotic bacteria L. rhamnosus showed less allergy responses to timothy, ragweed pollen, and dust mites than puppies given no probiotics. [1]

Pets' exposure to these beneficial microorganisms has decreased as their diets have shifted to more canned, prepared, and processed foods. Fortunately, a growing number of pet producers are including probiotic cultures into their formulas. Look for live, active probiotic bacteria on the label.

And, to get the most out of your pet's probiotic supplements, consider include this final ingredient in his or her diet...

Nutrient #3 for Pet Allergies: Chlorella

Chlorella feeds probiotic growth quite effectively. Chlorella has been shown in studies to treble the rate of development of probiotic bacteria. [2]

While the relationship between chlorella as a prebiotic and probiotic development is intriguing, it is not the only reason chlorella may keep your pet comfortable and itch-free...

Researchers wanted to know for sure whether chlorella's unique nutrition may aid dogs suffering from skin allergies. So, in 2008, they planned a small-scale research to confirm this...

For four weeks, researchers gave chlorella to a group of five beagles with atopic dermatitis. Another group of beagles with the same issues received no supplements. The vets in charge of the canines' health were blown away at the conclusion of the four weeks. Over 85 percent of the chlorella group reported significant improvements in itchy skin on their backs as well as decreased inflammation in their ears. [3] In fact, one dog's problems entirely vanished!

Natural Allergy Relief for Your Pet

It's upsetting to witness your pet moaning and unable to sit still due to sores on their skin. Anti-inflammatory drugs may provide brief relief. However, they do not address the underlying issue — your pet's allergic response.

However, if you take an alternative strategy, such as deliberately employing diet to assist your pet achieve immunological and digestive balance, you are providing them with a long-term solution. You're assisting them in resolving the issue from the inside out.

Allergies in dogs and cats are quite unpleasant. While they may be the itchiest, their unhappiness affects the whole family. So, assist your pet get rid of this condition the natural and healthy manner. Both you and your pet will be able to rest as a result.

[1] Marsella R. Long-term clinical and immunological implications of early probiotic exposure in a canine model of atopic dermatitis. Epub 2012 Mar 1. Vet Immunol Immunopathol. 2012 Apr 15;146(2):185-9. doi: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2012.02.013. [2] Management, Menu for Mass Feeding, June 1966, reproduced by Scientific Reports on Chlorella in Japan, Silpaque Pulbishing. [3] M. Maeda and colleagues Chlorella's anti-inflammatory effect in beagles with skin problems. The paper was presented at the 2008 Annual Meeting of the Japan Society for Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Agrochemistry.

Dr. William Farber, DVM Bio

Dr. William Farber received his veterinary degree from Colorado State University. He is a well-known animal acupuncture expert and one of only 300 veterinarians accredited by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. Dr. Farber mixes normal Western treatments with chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, and herbal medicines to heal whatever ails the rats, guinea pigs, horses, dogs, cats, and other species that seek his assistance. He is also a valued member of the Sun Chlorella Advisory Board, which guides the medical innovation underlying Sun Chlorella products.