Allergies and intolerances
Food allergies and intolerances are diagnosed by an elimination diet, the only reliable method, since blood and saliva tests are not validated. This section covers duration, method and hydrolysed or novel proteins.
Last updated :Questions (40)
- How can I tell whether my dog or cat has a food allergy?
- What skin and digestive symptoms point to a food allergy in dogs and cats?
- What is the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance in dogs and cats?
- Which ingredients most commonly trigger food allergies in dogs and cats?
- Can my dog's scratching and itching really be caused by its food?
- Can recurrent ear infections be a sign of food allergy in dogs and cats?
- How do I tell a food allergy apart from a flea allergy or a pollen allergy in my pet?
- At what age do food allergies typically develop in dogs and cats?
- Are beef, chicken, and dairy products really the most common food allergens in dogs?
- Can a pet become allergic to a food it has eaten without problems for years?
- Can chronic loose stools in my cat signal a food intolerance?
- How Long Does an Elimination Diet Need to Run to Diagnose a Food Allergy?
- How to Run an Elimination Diet Correctly in Dogs and Cats ?
- When Should the First Signs of Improvement Appear During an Elimination Diet?
- Can Treats Be Given During an Elimination Diet?
- Why Must an Elimination Diet Last Between 6 and 12 Weeks?
- What Happens During the Provocation Phase After an Elimination Diet?
- Does Every Single Food Item Need to Be Removed During an Elimination Diet, Including Chews?
- What Should You Do If Symptoms Have Not Improved After 8 Weeks on an Elimination Diet?
- Can Flavoured Medications and Dewormers Compromise an Elimination Diet?
- Managing an elimination diet in a multi-pet household ?
- Which hypoallergenic treats are actually compatible with an elimination diet?
- Are blood or saliva allergy tests reliable for diagnosing food allergy in dogs and cats?
- What is the reference standard for diagnosing food allergy in pets?
- Why do veterinarians criticise blood allergy tests for food allergy?
- Do hair and saliva allergy tests sold online have any scientific validity?
- Why does the elimination diet remain superior to laboratory tests for food allergy diagnosis?
- Can a blood test at least help choose which protein to use in an elimination diet?
- Why do allergy tests produce false positives in pets that are not allergic?
- Hydrolysed protein or novel protein: which is better for managing food allergy?
- What exactly is a hydrolysed protein in a hypoallergenic pet food?
- What is a novel protein and how do I find one my pet has genuinely never eaten?
- Are insect-based pet foods a genuine option for allergic dogs and cats?
- Does a single-protein pet food actually control a food allergy?
- Can a hydrolysed protein diet still trigger an allergic reaction in a sensitive pet?
- Do supermarket hypoallergenic foods work as well as veterinary diets for allergy diagnosis?
- Can factory cross-contamination make a single-protein pet food ineffective for allergy management?
- Does a food allergy in a dog or cat ever resolve on its own, or is lifelong dietary management necessary?
- Does a "grain-free" label make a pet food suitable for an allergic dog or cat?
- How do I read a pet food label to find a hidden allergen in a dry food or wet food?
Guides (6)
- Are Blood and Saliva Allergy Tests Reliable for Pets? An Evidence Guide
- Common Food Allergens in Dogs and Cats: An Evidence Guide
- How to Run a Food Allergy Elimination Diet in Dogs and Cats: A Step-by-Step Guide
- How to Identify a Food Allergy in Your Dog or Cat: A Practical Guide
- Hydrolysed Protein or Novel Protein: A Comparison Guide for Allergic Dogs and Cats
- Insect-Based and Single-Protein Diets for Allergic Pets: A Practical Guide