Dogs Are Often Allergic to Foodstuffs Just Like People

Dog allergies, much like human allergies, can be unpredictable. Dogs can develop allergies to many different foods throughout their lives. If your dog is allergic to something they ate, their symptoms can manifest in different ways. Sometimes when dogs eat something they are allergic to, they will have digestion issues. This means that they may throw up or have diarrhea. However, this is not the only way that symptoms manifest in dogs. Dog allergies can also affect your dog's skin. If you notice that they are scratching often, this may be a sign of allergies.

We have made a list of some of the most common human foods that dogs can be allergic to. This list doesn't include all possibilities, just some of the most popular ones. If you think your dog is allergic to something they are eating, then consider the elimination trial method. Do this by removing that specific food from their diet to see if symptoms improve. If you see no improvement be sure to visit the vet. If you're noticing allergies, then here is our list of the top human foods that dogs may be allergic to.

1 - Beef

This may be surprising as many dog foods are made with beef, but beef can cause an allergic reaction in dogs. The high protein in beef often causes a defensive response in the immune system. If the dog's digestive system is not able to completely break down a protein then it will tell the body that there is an intrusion. This often leads to digestive issues like vomiting or stomach pains. Though this doesn't happen with every dog, it is a very common allergy among dogs.

2 - Wheat

This grain is another common allergy among dogs. Wheat is found in many different human foods such as bread, pizza, biscuits, crackers and cakes. Most of us don't feed our dogs these things anyway, but wheat can be found in many dog food brands. This is why many brands have gluten-free and grain-free options. Grains in general are very common allergies among humans and dogs. While your vet can run tests to detect these specific allergies, it may not be a bad idea to choose gluten-free or grain-free food options just to be safe.

3 - Eggs

This is an allergen that most people don't think about, but it is very common for dogs to be allergic to eggs. Most people would think this would be an easy allergy to work around, but eggs are found in so many different things. Eggs set off a similar trigger to beef because they are also a good source of protein. So, they can also cause a defensive response in the body. With an allergy like this, you have to be careful to avoid many different foods that we normally don't think twice about. Anything with mayonnaise is off limits for your dog, just like many other foods that we make with eggs.

4 - Soy

Soy is another protein that your dog's system can reject. Like other protein allergies, your dog will have trouble breaking down soy enough to be able to digest it properly. With soy being such a common allergy, it is unfortunate that many dog food brands do not exclude it from their foods. So, you will need to be careful when choosing dog food if this is an allergen for your dog.

5 - Fish

This is a very common dog allergy, which again makes me wonder why dog food companies consistently add fish to their food. If your dog is allergic to fish, it is merely their body sending off warning signals for a potentially harmful food. Fish is not a harmful food, but once their body is convinced, there isn't anything we can do. Be sure to read food labels carefully if your dog is allergic to fish. It may not be the main ingredient in your dog's food, but it could still be there.

These 5 human foods are some of the most popular ones that cause allergic reactions in dogs. Remember that dogs often develop allergies later in life, and just because they weren't allergic before, doesn't mean they aren't now.