{"id":6469,"date":"2022-03-25T06:36:05","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:36:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:36:06","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:36:06","slug":"what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/","title":{"rendered":"What do I do if my dog is allergic to grass?"},"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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_dog_is_allergic_to_grass\" title=\"What do I do if my dog is allergic to grass?\">What do I do if my dog is allergic to grass?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_allergy_paws\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs allergy paws?\">How can I treat my dogs allergy paws?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#How_can_I_tell_if_my_dog_is_allergic_to_grass\" title=\"How can I tell if my dog is allergic to grass?\">How can I tell if my dog is allergic to grass?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_grass_allergy\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs grass allergy?\">How can I treat my dogs grass allergy?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_outdoor_allergies\" title=\"What can I give my dog for outdoor allergies?\">What can I give my dog for outdoor 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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_allergies_naturally\" title=\"How can I treat my dogs allergies naturally?\">How can I treat my dogs allergies naturally?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_can_I_put_on_my_dogs_paws_for_allergies\" title=\"What can I put on my dogs paws for allergies?\">What can I put on my dogs paws for allergies?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#How_do_you_treat_paw_dermatitis_in_dogs\" title=\"How do you treat paw dermatitis in dogs?\">How do you treat paw dermatitis in dogs?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_does_a_grass_allergy_look_like_on_a_dog\" title=\"What does a grass allergy look like on a dog?\">What does a grass allergy look like on a dog?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_can_I_do_if_my_dog_is_allergic_to_grass\" title=\"What can I do if my dog is allergic to grass?\">What can I do if my dog is allergic to grass?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#Can_dogs_grow_out_of_grass_allergies\" title=\"Can dogs grow out of grass allergies?\">Can dogs grow out of grass allergies?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#Can_I_give_my_dog_antihistamine_for_grass_allergy\" title=\"Can I give my dog antihistamine for grass allergy?\">Can I give my dog antihistamine for grass allergy?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_does_it_look_like_when_a_dog_is_allergic_to_grass\" title=\"What does it look like when a dog is allergic to grass?\">What does it look like when a dog is allergic to grass?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#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-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#Can_you_give_a_dog_anything_for_seasonal_allergies\" title=\"Can you give a dog anything for seasonal allergies?\">Can you give a dog anything for seasonal allergies?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_helps_dogs_with_grass_allergies\" title=\"What helps dogs with grass allergies?\">What helps dogs with grass allergies?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_naturally_for_seasonal_allergies\" title=\"What can I give my dog naturally for seasonal allergies?\">What can I give my dog naturally for seasonal allergies?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#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-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_relieve_allergies\" title=\"What can I give my dog to relieve allergies?\">What can I give my dog to relieve allergies?<\/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\/what-do-i-do-if-my-dog-is-allergic-to-grass\/#How_do_you_get_rid_of_dog_allergies_fast\" title=\"How do you get rid of dog allergies fast?\">How do you get rid of dog allergies fast?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_dog_is_allergic_to_grass\"><\/span>What do I do if my dog is allergic to grass?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many treatments available for dogs with grass allergies, including <b>antihistamines, corticosteroids, and topical ointments such as a cortisone cream or gel. A special shampoo may also be prescribed to help decrease the itching.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_allergy_paws\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs allergy paws?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Topical therapy. Medicated shampoos and conditioners can help. Bathing removes the allergens that may adhere to the surface of the skin, and the medicated ingredients help to reduce itching and control secondary infections. Using lukewarm water soothes the skin to reduce itching.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_tell_if_my_dog_is_allergic_to_grass\"><\/span>How can I tell if my dog is allergic to grass?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Symptoms of Grass Allergies in Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Bald spots from scratching.<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea.<\/li>\n<li>Excessive licking.<\/li>\n<li>Hives.<\/li>\n<li>Moist or crusty skin.<\/li>\n<li>Red and watery eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Runny nose.<\/li>\n<li>Scratching (paws, muzzle, underarms, eyes, ears, anus, groin)<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_grass_allergy\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs grass allergy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Common Treatments For Grass Allergies In Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Wipe Your Dog&#8217;s Fur And Paws.  <\/li>\n<li>Baths With Hypo-Allergenic Shampoo.  <\/li>\n<li>Spray The Body With Aloe And Oatmeal.  <\/li>\n<li>Give Your Dog Fish Oil Supplements.  <\/li>\n<li>Give Your Dog Antihistamines.  <\/li>\n<li>Corticoosteroids.  <\/li>\n<li>Immunotherapy Injections.<\/li>\n<p>17 Jul 2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_outdoor_allergies\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for outdoor allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Symptoms of Grass Allergies in Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Bald spots from scratching.<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea.<\/li>\n<li>Excessive licking.<\/li>\n<li>Hives.<\/li>\n<li>Moist or crusty skin.<\/li>\n<li>Red and watery eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Runny nose.<\/li>\n<li>Scratching (paws, muzzle, underarms, eyes, ears, anus, groin)<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_treat_my_dogs_allergies_naturally\"><\/span>How can I treat my dogs allergies naturally?<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_put_on_my_dogs_paws_for_allergies\"><\/span>What can I put on my dogs paws for allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Licking and biting at the paws is one of the most common manifestations of allergies. <b>A foot soak with cool water and Epsom salt is a simple home remedy for seasonal dog allergies. This treatment can relieve inflammation and itchiness, especially when pets come inside from playing outdoors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_treat_paw_dermatitis_in_dogs\"><\/span>How do you treat paw dermatitis in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Supplement your dog&#8217;s skin health with supplements, like Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids. Bathing your dog with soothing medicated foam shampoo helps heal dermal ailments and relieve itching. Immunotherapy in the form of a hypo-sensitizing injection can help target the offending allergens, once and for all.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_grass_allergy_look_like_on_a_dog\"><\/span>What does a grass allergy look like on a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog appears to be <b>itching more than normal, is scratching its skin to the point of causing injury, is suffering from fur loss and is gnawing at its fur, skin, or paws, it may be suffering from a grass allergy. A dog with grass allergies may also sneeze a lot, or have red, irritated, or weepy eyes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_do_if_my_dog_is_allergic_to_grass\"><\/span>What can I do if my dog is allergic to grass?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treatment of a Grass Allergy in Dogs There are many treatments available for dogs with grass allergies, including <b>antihistamines, corticosteroids, and topical ointments such as a cortisone cream or gel. A special shampoo may also be prescribed to help decrease the itching.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_grow_out_of_grass_allergies\"><\/span>Can dogs grow out of grass allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Recovery of Grass Allergies in Dogs <b>Usually, your dog will show improvement within the first several months, but it can take up to 12 months in some dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_dog_antihistamine_for_grass_allergy\"><\/span>Can I give my dog antihistamine for grass allergy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treatment. Vets typically caution pet owners against using human medications for dogs. However <b>Benadryl, a diphenhydramine based antihistamine, is generally considered a safe treatment option for dogs that experience mild-to-moderate seasonal allergies<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_look_like_when_a_dog_is_allergic_to_grass\"><\/span>What does it look like when a dog is allergic to grass?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog appears to be itching more than normal, is scratching its skin to the point of causing injury, is suffering from fur loss and is gnawing at its fur, skin, or paws, it may be suffering from a grass allergy. A dog with grass allergies may also <b>sneeze a lot, or have red, irritated, or weepy eyes<\/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>Today, we want to focus on five ways to treat seasonal allergies in dogs using home remedies.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your Pet&#8217;s Diet: Food as Medicine.  <\/li>\n<li>Supplements to Enhance and Boost Cooling Effects.  <\/li>\n<li>Medicated Oatmeal and Aloe Baths.  <\/li>\n<li>Apple Cider Vinegar.  <\/li>\n<li>Epsom Salt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>1 Jun 2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_give_a_dog_anything_for_seasonal_allergies\"><\/span>Can you give a dog anything for seasonal allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are a few recommendations: <b>Fatty acid supplements: These can help soothe itchy and irritated skin, according to the NASC. Regular bathing with hypoallergenic shampoos: This can help remove possible allergens like pollen and grass that your dog may come in contact with as part of your daily routine.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_helps_dogs_with_grass_allergies\"><\/span>What helps dogs with grass allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Standard Treatments for Grass Allergies in Dogs The best way to treat mild seasonal grass allergies in dogs is to <b>limit their exposure, keep the grass mowed, and wash and carefully dry their feet when they come into the house, said Jeff Levy, DVM, of House Call Vet in New York, NY.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_naturally_for_seasonal_allergies\"><\/span>What can I give my dog naturally for seasonal allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Epsom Salt<\/b> Licking and biting at the paws is one of the most common manifestations of allergies. A foot soak with cool water and Epsom salt is a simple home remedy for seasonal dog allergies. This treatment can relieve inflammation and itchiness, especially when pets come inside from playing outdoors.<\/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<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_relieve_allergies\"><\/span>What can I give my dog to relieve 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=\"How_do_you_get_rid_of_dog_allergies_fast\"><\/span>How do you get rid of dog allergies fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What Can I Do About My Pet Allergy?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Keep your pet out of your bedroom.<\/li>\n<li>Try not to hug or kiss your pet.  <\/li>\n<li>Bathe your pet once a week.  <\/li>\n<li>Keep pet areas clean.  <\/li>\n<li>Vacuum often.  <\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t give dander a place to hide.  <\/li>\n<li>Get an air purifier.  <\/li>\n<li>Cover HVAC vents with cheesecloth to catch particles before they&#8217;re blown into the air.<\/li>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What do I do if my dog is allergic to grass?How can I treat my dogs allergy paws?How can I tell if my dog is allergic to grass?How can I treat my dogs grass allergy?What can I give my dog for outdoor allergies?How can I treat my dogs allergies naturally?What can I&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6469"}],"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=6469"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6469\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6469"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6469"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6469"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}