Managing seasonal allergies

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A diet change can help reduce inflammation, even in dogs without specific diet sensitivities.

In spring we see an increase in seasonal allergies. Although some pets will require conventional treatment during an acute exacerbation, there are long-term strategies to reduce the frequency and severity of these flare-ups.

Symptoms of allergies in dogs include itching, tendency to secondary infections (yeast and bacteria), ear inflammation, conjunctivitis, rhinitis, sinusitis, bronchitis and gut symptoms (vomiting