Skin Disease In Dogs
(Allergic Skin Disease)
Allergic skin disease is one of the most common causes of itching (pruritus) and scratching. Dogs can develop allergies to inhaled pollens, dusts and molds (atopy), by direct contact of the skin with the allergen (contact hypersensitivity), or they can develop allergies to food ingredients (food hypersensitivity). Allergies can arise to flea bites (flea bite hypersensitivity). Most dogs that have allergies itch, scratch and rub their face and paws. The skin may be very red and inflamed, and secondary infections with bacteria and yeast may occur. Your dog may chew its hair and develop bald patches. Continuing repeated ear infections (otitis externa) are also another common materialization of allergic skin disease.
For pets that have skin allergies due to food hypersensitivity, your veterinarian will most likely recommend either a hypoallergenic formula or a sensitivity formula. For pets that have atopy, contact,, or flea bite hypersensitivity your veterinarian may advocate immunotherapy injections. Immunotherapy typically provides relief to 40% of patients. The remaining patients require symptomatic therapy to alleviate the clinical signs. Dietary therapy utilizing a specific combination of ingredients has recently shown to aid the management of skin disease in dogs by reducing pruritus, controlling inflammation, minimizing bacterial infections, optimizing the barrier function of the skin, and promoting recovery from skin disease.
The long chain omega-3 fatty acids from fish oils (eicosapentaenioc acid and docosahexaenoic acid) together with gamma-linoleic acid from borage oil are very efficient at reducing inflammation and promoting a healthy skin and hair coat. The combination of biotin, niacin, pantothenic acid, and zinc-linoleic acid complex reduce water loss through the skin and strengthen effect of the skin as a barrier. Antioxidant's such as vitamin E, beta-carotene, taurine and vitamin C have been shown to better the immune system. Aloe Vera gel reduces inflammation, reduces pruritus and promotes healing of the skin. Curcumin is very effective at reducing inflammation.
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For pets that have skin allergies due to food hypersensitivity, your veterinarian will most likely recommend either a hypoallergenic formula or a sensitivity formula. For pets that have atopy, contact,, or flea bite hypersensitivity your veterinarian may advocate immunotherapy injections. Immunotherapy typically provides relief to 40% of patients. The remaining patients require symptomatic therapy to alleviate the clinical signs. Dietary therapy utilizing a specific combination of ingredients has recently shown to aid the management of skin disease in dogs by reducing pruritus, controlling inflammation, minimizing bacterial infections, optimizing the barrier function of the skin, and promoting recovery from skin disease.
The long chain omega-3 fatty acids from fish oils (eicosapentaenioc acid and docosahexaenoic acid) together with gamma-linoleic acid from borage oil are very efficient at reducing inflammation and promoting a healthy skin and hair coat. The combination of biotin, niacin, pantothenic acid, and zinc-linoleic acid complex reduce water loss through the skin and strengthen effect of the skin as a barrier. Antioxidant's such as vitamin E, beta-carotene, taurine and vitamin C have been shown to better the immune system. Aloe Vera gel reduces inflammation, reduces pruritus and promotes healing of the skin. Curcumin is very effective at reducing inflammation.
- BIOTIN-a B vitamin that aids in body growth
- NIACIN-also known as vitamin B3 or nicotinic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that prevents the deficiency disease_disorder pellagra
- PANTOTHENIC ACID- a vitamin of the vitamin B complex that performs an important role in the oxidation of fats and carbohydrates and certain amino acids; occurs in many foods
- ZINC-LINOLEIC ACID- a mineral with an unsaturated omega-6 fatty acid it is a essential dietary requirement for all mammals.
- VITAMIN E- a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
- BETA-CAROTENE- an isomer of carotene that is found in dark green and dark yellow fruits and vegetables
- TAURINE- a sulphur-containing amino acid important in the metabolism of fats.
- VITAMIN C- a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy
- CURCUMIN- is the principal curcuminoid of the popular Indian spice turmeric , which is a member of the ginger family
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