Ditch the Itch and Sneeze (Part 2)
Let's continue exploring how to manage seasonal allergies in dogs. In Part 1, we discussed how to recognize and identify the signs and symptoms of seasonal allergies. Now, let’s dive into natural remedies and specialized products that can help alleviate your dog's discomfort.
Natural Remedies
There are several natural remedies that can help alleviate your dog's seasonal allergy symptoms:
- Fetch's Chill Out Itch Relief Body Wash: Soothe your dog's irritated skin with our specially formulated body wash designed to calm and moisturize.
- Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse: After bathing, use a diluted apple cider vinegar rinse to restore your dog's skin pH balance and reduce inflammation.
- Coconut Oil Topical Treatment: Moisturize the skin and alleviate itching by applying organic, unrefined coconut oil to affected areas.
- Chamomile Tea Compress: Apply a chamomile tea compress to irritated skin to reduce inflammation and provide relief from itching.
- Food Baths: Fully immerse your dog’s paws in a diluted povidone iodine solution for 2-3 minutes. This process helps remove allergens, toxins, yeast, and mild bacterial infections while also reducing inflammation and soothing itching.
- Herbal Supplements: Consider natural supplements like Pet Parents Immune & Allergy Relief, which contain quercetin, nettle, licorice root, and calendula to support your dog's immune system and alleviate allergy symptoms.
Specialized Products for Allergy Relief
Fetch carries a variety of products designed to provide targeted relief for your dog's allergy symptoms:
- Skout’s Honor Probiotic Hot Spot Hydrogel: This hydrogel uses probiotics to help heal and protect your dog's skin from hot spots, abrasions, and irritation.
- Skout’s Honor Probiotic Itch Relief Spray: Provide long-lasting relief from itching and discomfort with this easy-to-apply spray for daily-use.
- Skin Soother Topical Ointment: Perfect for treating inflamed, dry, or cracked skin, this ointment provides a barrier to help the skin heal while soothing irritation.
By implementing these natural remedies, specialized products, and supplements, you can help your dog find relief and enjoy a happier, healthier life year-round.
Thank you for following our two-part series on managing seasonal allergies in dogs. Visit our blog for more tips on caring for your pet's health and well-being!