Dogs, like humans, can manifest several symptoms of food intolerance. There are no studies that verify the reasoning behind dog food intolerance. That is why dog owners must be aware of its signs and symptoms, and a veterinarian’s help is necessary to find out the proper treatment for the condition.

Food intolerance could takes place at any point in dog’s life. Puppy and older dogs are more prone to having food intolerance. Most of the dogs would manifest food intolerance when they reach 2-6 years old. There are no difference on the symptoms of food intolerance between the neutered and intact dogs. Chicken, beef, dairy, lamb, fish, soy, and chicken eggs are protein-rich foods, which can suddenly turn out to be a problem. Also, grains like wheat and corn are common foods that can cause food intolerance in dogs.

Now, let us have a review on the common dog food intolerance symptoms.

1. Gastrointestinal Symptoms. One indication of dog food intolerance is no other than vomiting. Diarrhea and increased bowels movement are also symptoms of food intolerance in dogs. Gas pain in the stomach could cause him to stretch to alleviate it. These symptoms frequently result in diagnosis of food intolerance, rather than food allergy.

2. Skin Irritation. Another symptom of dog food intolerance is no other than skin irritation. The dog would feel itchy all of the time. Scratching, chewing, and biting, just to relieve the irritation, are the signs of severe reactions from food intolerance. Affected parts of the dog’s body are the muzzle, paws, eye, ears, underarms, and anus. Chronic itching could often result in hot spots, skin infection, and hair loss. Dog food intolerance may also trigger yeast infections.

It is recommended to talk with  a vet to especially if you observe that your dog is manifesting the signs and symptoms of food intolerance. Several tests are also considered to distinguish if it is limited to food intolerance or other conditions like intestinal parasites, flea-bite allergies, bacterial infection, yeast infection, sarcoptal mange, or atopy. Afterwards, he can give you the right treatment option. The vet will mostly give supplemental medicines and antibiotics for your dogs. Elimination diet plan or a specialized diet program is then instructed to you by your vet to find out which food are not suitable for your dogs.