Raised welts and, open sores, continuous scratching may lead to loss of hair. Why does it happen? Your dog's overreactive immune system is attempting to rid itself of something it inaccurately considers dangerous. Sneezing and While dogs can grow watery eyes, the most obvious allergy symptom is scratching. It creates uncomfortable "hot spots" on the skin which can become infected. If you see symptoms solely during certain times of the year, chances are your dog has a seasonal pollen allergy. Dogs tend to have more complex allergy symptoms than people do. While grass pollen may cause a person to sneeze and have watery eyes, lick and a dog may grow itchy feet that cause him to bite.

The dog might be given shots that may help pet mature a resistance to pollen, if the medication doesn't help. Veterinarians recommended the antihistamine to help relieve symptoms, to prevent severe allergy problems.

It is most likely the allergy, but if your dog is scratching himself, sneezing or have a watery eyes. The owner of Chip from Burlington, washington, is lucky. His friend belongs to hypoallergenic dogs breed.

Often the dog's allergies can be prevented if you can keep his or her paws clean and dry. Most paws attract pollen that accumulates and give adverse health effects.

Does not get burnt from dog's urine, synthetic turf doesn't fade under the sun, can reduce pollen exposure to dogs with allergic reactions and. Another way to help your dog is to install artificial turf. Synthetic turf eliminates grass pollen and helps to keep dog's paws dry and tidy under any weather conditions.