Allergies: Fad or Home-Made?

In recent years, the number of allergy-free dogs seems to have declined dramatically. We are concerned that allergies in dogs are on the rise.
How to recognize them and where they come from or how to avoid them,
you can find out here.

Imagine that your four-legged companion suddenly develops problems with his favorite food or is sensitive to his usual shampoo.
Your first thought: Could it be an allergy?
When it comes to our furry friends, allergies are actually as diverse and multifaceted as the dog breeds themselves.

But what is an allergy actually?

Think of your dog's immune system as an overly cautious security guard. When an allergy occurs, it mistakes harmless substances for dangerous intruders and starts an unnecessary defense reaction.

The consequences can
skin rashes,
severe itching
behavioral changes
or digestive problems .

The list of possible allergy triggers is long: from food to medication to environmental allergens such as mold, pollen or grass. The tricky thing is that your dog can suddenly react allergically to something that he has tolerated well for years. However, before you hastily suspect an allergy, you should consider other factors and try to rule out such as
changed feeding habits
a sudden change in feed
or a recent deworming treatment

Stress or a gastrointestinal infection can also cause similar symptoms.

Food allergy: a growing problem



Interestingly, food allergies are a growing problem in domestic dogs, while their distant relatives, wolves in the wild, rarely suffer from them.
One reason for this is certainly the artificial composition and processing of modern dog food. Industrially produced food often contains ingredients that would not be found in a dog's natural diet.

To reduce the risk of allergies, experts recommend dog food with high-quality, natural ingredients and a limited number of protein sources. A balanced, species-appropriate diet can help maintain the long-term health of your four-legged friend.

This is where the Exqizid concept comes in. The overload of the organism by all kinds of substances (allergens) that have accumulated over the years is gently but effectively bound and eliminated in a first step with Exqizid Di-Tox . In a second step, the all-important gastrointestinal tract is built up with Exqizid Ri-Fresh and your four-legged friend's microbiome is strengthened again, which leads to a normal and strong immune system because around 80% of the immune cells and 90% of the antibodies are located or are formed in the intestine.

This underlines the immense importance of the gut and the microbiome for the entire immune system, especially with regard to allergies.



If you suspect that your dog is allergic, a thorough veterinary examination is essential. Allergies in dogs are a complex issue that often requires patience and careful observation. But don't worry - with the right diagnosis and treatment, as well as the Exqizid concept, your dog can lead a happy and healthy life despite his allergy.