If your dog suffers from itchy skin, ear infections, stomach upset, or chronic licking and scratching, diet may be a key factor. The right dog food for allergies can help reduce symptoms, improve coat condition, and support long-term digestive and immune health.
This guide covers the causes of dog food allergies, how to choose the best dog food for allergies, and which Brothers recipes are formulated to help — including options that are also great for skin allergies.
Understanding Dog Food Allergies
Food allergies in dogs occur when the immune system reacts to certain ingredients. These reactions can cause inflammation, itching, and digestive issues. Common culprits include:
- Beef
- Chicken
- Dairy
- Wheat
- Corn
- Soy
- Artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Signs of dog food allergies may include:
- Persistent scratching or paw chewing
- Hot spots or red, inflamed skin
- Recurring ear infections
- Loose stools, gas, or vomiting
- Dull coat or excessive shedding
If you suspect a food allergy, work with your veterinarian to confirm and guide the transition to a targeted diet.
What is the Best Dog Food for a Dog with Allergies?
The best dog food for allergies avoids common triggers and uses high-quality, easily digestible ingredients. Brothers offers two allergy-support formulas designed to help manage food sensitivities:
Extra Tips for Managing Dog Food Allergies
- Stick to allergy-safe treats in the same protein family as the main food
- Avoid giving table scraps or off-diet foods
- Keep a journal to track symptoms and progress
- Reassess diet with your vet every few months
FAQs
The best choice depends on your dog’s sensitivities. Avoid foods with common triggers like beef, chicken, dairy, wheat, or corn. Brothers Turkey Meal & Egg and Lamb Meal & Egg recipes are both limited-ingredient, grain-free, and fortified with probiotics and omega fatty acids to help support digestion, skin, and immune health.
Anti-inflammatory nutrients make a big difference. Omega-3s from salmon oil, flaxseed, or fish-based formulas help calm itchy skin, while probiotics balance gut health and reduce reactions. All Brothers allergy recipes include these nutrients to naturally support allergy relief.
Skip high-glycemic carbs such as white potatoes and corn, since they can fuel yeast problems. Also avoid common protein allergens like beef or chicken if your dog is sensitive to them. Instead, go with novel proteins such as lamb or try a single-source turkey recipe with low-glycemic carbs.
The most reliable way is an elimination diet. Feed a single-protein, limited-ingredient recipe for 8–12 weeks, then carefully reintroduce ingredients one at a time. Your vet can help guide this process and track improvements.
Beef is the number one culprit, followed by dairy and chicken. Grains such as wheat and corn can also cause reactions in sensitive dogs.
Stay away from any known triggers, whether that’s a specific protein, grain, or artificial additive. Stick with clean, simple formulas that use whole ingredients and avoid unnecessary fillers.
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