{"id":139966,"date":"2022-07-17T15:23:37","date_gmt":"2022-07-17T15:23:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/"},"modified":"2022-07-18T10:27:57","modified_gmt":"2022-07-18T10:27:57","slug":"how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I treat my dogs allergy at home?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_allergy_at_home\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs allergy at home?\">How can I treat my dogs allergy at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies\" title=\"What can I give my dog for allergies?\">What can I give my dog for allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_is_a_natural_antihistamine_for_dogs\" title=\"What is a natural antihistamine for dogs?\">What is a natural antihistamine for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_home_remedy_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies\" title=\"What home remedy can I give my dog for allergies?\">What home remedy can I give my dog for allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_put_on_my_dog_to_help_my_allergies\" title=\"What can I put on my dog to help my allergies?\">What can I put on my dog to help my allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_you_give_a_dog_for_allergies_at_home\" title=\"What can you give a dog for allergies at home?\">What can you give a dog for allergies at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies_without_going_to_the_vet\" title=\"What can I give my dog for allergies without going to the vet?\">What can I give my dog for allergies without going to the vet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_help_her_allergies\" title=\"What can I give my dog to help her allergies?\">What can I give my dog to help her allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_as_an_antihistamine\" title=\"What can I give my dog as an antihistamine?\">What can I give my dog as an antihistamine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_natural_remedy_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies\" title=\"What natural remedy can I give my dog for allergies?\">What natural remedy can I give my dog for allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies_and_itching\" title=\"What can I give my dog for allergies and itching?\">What can I give my dog for allergies and itching?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#Whats_a_good_home_remedy_for_dog_allergies\" title=\"What&#8217;s a good home remedy for dog allergies?\">What&#8217;s a good home remedy for dog allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#How_can_I_control_my_allergies_to_dogs\" title=\"How can I control my allergies to dogs?\">How can I control my allergies to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_home_remedies_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies\" title=\"What home remedies can I give my dog for allergies?\">What home remedies can I give my dog for allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies_besides_Benadryl\" title=\"What can I give my dog for allergies besides Benadryl?\">What can I give my dog for allergies besides Benadryl?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_over_the_counter_allergy_medicine_is_best_for_dogs\" title=\"What over the counter allergy medicine is best for dogs?\">What over the counter allergy medicine is best for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_is_the_best_natural_allergy_medicine_for_dogs\" title=\"What is the best natural allergy medicine for dogs?\">What is the best natural allergy medicine for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_is_the_best_thing_to_give_a_dog_for_allergies\" title=\"What is the best thing to give a dog for allergies?\">What is the best thing to give a dog for allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#Can_I_give_dog_human_antihistamine\" title=\"Can I give dog human antihistamine?\">Can I give dog human antihistamine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_is_the_best_antihistamine_for_dog_allergies\" title=\"What is the best antihistamine for dog allergies?\">What is the best antihistamine for dog allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_is_the_best_antihistamine_for_small_dogs\" title=\"What is the best antihistamine for small dogs?\">What is the best antihistamine for small dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_stop_itching_from_allergies\" title=\"What can I give my dog to stop itching from allergies?\">What can I give my dog to stop itching from allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#How_can_I_relieve_my_dogs_itching_from_allergies\" title=\"How can I relieve my dogs itching from allergies?\">How can I relieve my dogs itching from allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies_at_home\" title=\"What can I give my dog for allergies at home?\">What can I give my dog for allergies at home?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/#How_can_I_stop_being_allergic_to_dogs\" title=\"How can I stop being allergic to dogs?\">How can I stop being allergic to dogs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_allergy_at_home\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs allergy at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Colloidal oatmeal baths, coconut oil, and baking soda are among the items you can use for home remedies. And though you can offer some relief and lessen the urge to itch, it&#8217;s important that you eventually treat the underlying cause, whether it&#8217;s an allergy, flea bites, or an autoimmune disorder.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Veterinarians use <b>diphenhydramine, commonly known by the brand name Benadryl, for dogs on a regular basis to treat allergies, travel anxiety, and motion sickness.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_natural_antihistamine_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is a natural antihistamine for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But in our pets, <b>quercetin is most often used to help with the itchiness, inflammation, and discomfort caused by allergies. It is commonly referred to as nature&#8217;s Benadryl due to its natural anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antihistamine properties.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-183454\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-is-a-natural-antihistamine-for-dogs.webp\" alt=\"What is a natural antihistamine for dogs?\" width=\"800\" height=\"850\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-is-a-natural-antihistamine-for-dogs.webp 800w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-is-a-natural-antihistamine-for-dogs-282x300.webp 282w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-is-a-natural-antihistamine-for-dogs-768x816.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_home_remedy_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies\"><\/span>What home remedy can I give my dog for allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Colloidal oatmeal baths, coconut oil, and baking soda are among the items you can use for home remedies. And though you can offer some relief and lessen the urge to itch, it&#8217;s important that you eventually treat the underlying cause, whether it&#8217;s an allergy, flea bites, or an autoimmune disorder.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_put_on_my_dog_to_help_my_allergies\"><\/span>What can I put on my dog to help my allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Wash their fur with a gentle, hypoallergenic anti-itch shampoo that contains a soothing ingredient such as oatmeal, aloe, or evening primrose oil. Some dog owners give their pet a 10-minute soak in a bath mixed with a gentle moisturizing oil.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_give_a_dog_for_allergies_at_home\"><\/span>What can you give a dog for allergies at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is the most popular antihistamine for humans and can be effective for dogs as well. Just be aware that Benadryl has sedative properties, so your dog could get very drowsy. Other safe antihistamines for dogs include Claritin (loratadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies_without_going_to_the_vet\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for allergies without going to the vet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Try giving your dog a natural dietary supplement such as <b>fish oil or a fatty acid such as omega-3 or omega-6 oil to reduce itchiness and improve overall skin health. Coconut oil has also been shown to suppress allergic reactions while contributing to healthier skin.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LGn8tZV7dFE\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_help_her_allergies\"><\/span>What can I give my dog to help her allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Benadryl dosage for dogs. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, the safe dosage is <b>2-4 milligrams of medication per kilogram of weight, or 0.9 to 1.8 milligrams per pound. This amount can be administered two to three times daily, depending on your dog&#8217;s symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_as_an_antihistamine\"><\/span>What can I give my dog as an antihistamine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both <b>cetirizine (Zyrtec) and loratadine (Claritin) are considered safe for dogs in the right dosage. However, they are also frequently combined with other ingredients like decongestants, which can hurt your dog. Always consult with a vet before giving your dog any new medication.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_natural_remedy_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies\"><\/span>What natural remedy can I give my dog for allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Benadryl is a great medication for use in dogs with mild-to-moderate allergies. Seasonal allergies, food allergies, environmental allergies, and allergic reactions to snake and insect bites all respond to Benadryl in most cases.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies_and_itching\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for allergies and itching?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is the most popular antihistamine for humans and can be effective for dogs as well. Just be aware that Benadryl has sedative properties, so your dog could get very drowsy. Other safe antihistamines for dogs include Claritin (loratadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine).<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-183455\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-can-I-give-my-dog-for-allergies-and-itching.jpg\" alt=\"What can I give my dog for allergies and itching?\" width=\"640\" height=\"438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-can-I-give-my-dog-for-allergies-and-itching.jpg 640w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-can-I-give-my-dog-for-allergies-and-itching-300x205.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_a_good_home_remedy_for_dog_allergies\"><\/span>What&#8217;s a good home remedy for dog allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Colloidal oatmeal baths, coconut oil, and baking soda are among the items you can use for home remedies. And though you can offer some relief and lessen the urge to itch, it&#8217;s important that you eventually treat the underlying cause, whether it&#8217;s an allergy, flea bites, or an autoimmune disorder.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_control_my_allergies_to_dogs\"><\/span>How can I control my allergies to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to treat dog allergies<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Antihistamines are over-the-counter (OTC) medications such as Benadryl, Claritin, Allegra, and Clarinex OTC that can help relieve itching, sneezing, and runny nose.<\/li>\n<li>Nasal corticosteroids such as Flonase (now available over the counter) or Nasonex may reduce inflammation and control symptoms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_home_remedies_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies\"><\/span>What home remedies can I give my dog for allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is the most popular antihistamine for humans and can be effective for dogs as well. Just be aware that Benadryl has sedative properties, so your dog could get very drowsy. Other safe antihistamines for dogs include Claritin (loratadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies_besides_Benadryl\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for allergies besides Benadryl?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Other safe antihistamines for dogs include <b>Claritin (loratadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine). They produce less sedation than Benadryl does but could still make your dog drowsy. Warning: Make sure your OTC allergy medicine only contains antihistamine.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Bfqtvr_goPA\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_over_the_counter_allergy_medicine_is_best_for_dogs\"><\/span>What over the counter allergy medicine is best for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best allergy medicine for dogs is <b>Apoquel Tablets For Dogs. This medication treats the most common form of dog allergies, skin irritation, quickly and with minimal-to-no side effects.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_natural_allergy_medicine_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is the best natural allergy medicine for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is suffering from environmental allergies consider trying <b>Vet&#8217;s Best Seasonal Allergy Support. It&#8217;s formulated with natural ingredients like Nettle Leaf, Vitamin C and Quercetin to calm allergic reactions and a soothing antioxidant blend to promote skin health.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_thing_to_give_a_dog_for_allergies\"><\/span>What is the best thing to give a dog for allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Colloidal oatmeal baths, coconut oil, and baking soda are among the items you can use for home remedies. And though you can offer some relief and lessen the urge to itch, it&#8217;s important that you eventually treat the underlying cause, whether it&#8217;s an allergy, flea bites, or an autoimmune disorder.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_dog_human_antihistamine\"><\/span>Can I give dog human antihistamine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-183456\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-I-give-dog-human-antihistamine.webp\" alt=\"Can I give dog human antihistamine?\" width=\"760\" height=\"430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-I-give-dog-human-antihistamine.webp 760w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-I-give-dog-human-antihistamine-300x170.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Antihistamines are usually safe but can make some dogs drowsy and others hyperactive. OTC antihistamine preparations may contain other ingredients such as decongestants that are not safe for dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_antihistamine_for_dog_allergies\"><\/span>What is the best antihistamine for dog allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Antihistamines for mild pet allergies<\/p>\n<table border=\"2\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Best allergy medicine for pet allergies<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Allegra (fexofenadine)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>180 mg orally once per day, or 60 mg twice per day<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Zyrtec (cetirizine)<\/td>\n<td>5 mg and 10 mg tablets (also available as a syrup and chewable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Xyzal (levocetirizine)<\/td>\n<td>5 mg tablets, 2.5 mg\/5 ml oral solution,<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_antihistamine_for_small_dogs\"><\/span>What is the best antihistamine for small dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is the most popular antihistamine for humans and can be effective for dogs as well. Just be aware that Benadryl has sedative properties, so your dog could get very drowsy. Other safe antihistamines for dogs include Claritin (loratadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_stop_itching_from_allergies\"><\/span>What can I give my dog to stop itching from allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is the most popular antihistamine for humans and can be effective for dogs as well. Just be aware that Benadryl has sedative properties, so your dog could get very drowsy. Other safe antihistamines for dogs include Claritin (loratadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_relieve_my_dogs_itching_from_allergies\"><\/span>How can I relieve my dogs itching from allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ixMBDL0L_u8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><b>How to Treat Your Dog&#8217;s Itchy Skin<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Over-the-counter shampoos and oils. Most topical treatments only provide temporary relief and don&#8217;t get to the root of the problem.<\/li>\n<li>Antihistamines.<\/li>\n<li>Prescription steroids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_allergies_at_home\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for allergies at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Benadryl<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_stop_being_allergic_to_dogs\"><\/span>How can I stop being allergic to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dog Allergy Management and Treatment<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep the dog out of your bedroom and restrict it to only a few rooms.<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t pet, hug or kiss the dog; if you do, wash your hands with soap and water.<\/li>\n<li>High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) cleaners run continuously in a bedroom or living room can reduce allergen levels over time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Related posts :<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-the-most-common-food-allergy-in-dogs\/\">What is the most common food allergy in dogs?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-are-the-symptoms-of-chicken-allergy-in-dogs\/\">What are the symptoms of chicken allergy in dogs?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-skin-allergy-at-home\/\">How can I treat my dogs skin allergy at home?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/\">How can I treat my dogs allergy at home?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-boxers-good-dogs-for-allergy-sufferers\/\">Are Boxers good dogs for allergy sufferers?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-do-the-allergy-elimination-diet-for-dogs\/\">How do you do the allergy elimination diet for dogs?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-skin-allergy-at-home\/\">How can I treat my dogs skin allergy at home?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-does-intradermal-allergy-testing-for-dogs-cost\/\">How much does intradermal allergy testing for dogs cost?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-skin-allergy-at-home\/\">How can I treat my dogs skin allergy at home?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home\/\">How can I treat my dogs allergy at home?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-a-skin-allergy-to-dogs-look-like\/\">What does a skin allergy to dogs look like?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I treat my dogs allergy at home?What can I give my dog for allergies?What is a natural antihistamine for dogs?What home remedy can I give my dog for allergies?What can I put on my dog to help my allergies?What can you give a dog for allergies at home?What can I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":183453,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-can-I-treat-my-dogs-allergy-at-home.webp","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/139966"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=139966"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/139966\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":183457,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/139966\/revisions\/183457"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/183453"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=139966"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=139966"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=139966"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}