If your labrador is permanently itchy (as opposed to the sort of seasonal itch that you might see with pollen allergies) and you have eliminated other possibilities, then experimenting with a hypoallergenic or elimination diet may be worth the time and trouble. Before embarking on it, however, I would ensure that you have her treated for fleas, sarcoptic and demodectic mange (perhaps with a long acting fluralaner chew) and that you have investigated contact allergens, such as bedding (try a cotton sheet), and biological washing machine powders (try Surcare or Fletti). Similarly, the inflammation and infection that inevitably occurs with chronic dermatitis should be addressed prior to test feeding.
What is food allergy?
Food can be a trigger for atopic dermatitis, with most cases starting in dogs less than four-years-old and around…
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