Hypoallergenic Dog Food

Some foods trigger an immune response in dogs which can cause a host of symptoms. Hypoallergenic dog food is made without common ingredients that are likely to result in intolerances. These often include beef, wheat, dairy and eggs.

If your pooch suffers from food-borne allergies, swapping to a specially formulated hypoallergenic diet for dogs could help reduce or improve their symptoms.

At Burgess, we have a range of carefully crafted hypoallergenic dry dog food that provides the right nutrients while lessening the chances of an intolerant reaction. Plus, if you subscribe, you can get 10% off each order at a frequency to suit you.

If your vet has recommended a specific diet for allergies and intolerances, look at our hypoallergenic dog food below

Sensitive Adult Dog Salmon

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What is hypoallergenic dog food?

Hypoallergenic dog food is specially created food for dogs who might be experiencing an allergy related to one or more ingredients. Food allergies can cause a variety of unpleasant symptoms in dogs. This is usually down to their antibodies reacting to a specific protein. Allergies are different to intolerance as allergies produce an immune response.

Allergies can cause a dog to have less energy and generally seem unwell and unhappy. Managing an allergy is important to enable your dog to live their best life.

Hypoallergenic diets for dogs feature ingredients that are less likely to produce a reaction. These foods include simple proteins while avoiding ingredients that are common allergens such as wheat, corn, soy, beef and dairy.

Our hypoallergenic dog food range

If your dog suffers from a food-related allergy, switching to dog food for hypoallergenic dogs can work wonders if it contains none of the ingredients your dog is allergic to.

At Burgess, all our hypoallergenic food is made at our factory in the heart of Yorkshire and we use only the best hypoallergenic dog food ingredients. That means it’s free from the most common ingredients that can cause allergies.

Our hypoallergenic dog food is grain-free and features prebiotics as well as all the right antioxidants and vitamins to support a healthy immune system.

Flavours include salmon, turkey and lamb and we offer great-tasting hypoallergenic kibble for adult dogs, puppies and seniors.

Hypoallergenic Dog Food FAQs

Hypoallergenic dog food FAQs

Always seek advice from your vet before changing your dog’s diet but there are a few signs that suggest your canine companion might be suffering from an allergy. These could be:

Digestive problems: A common issue in dogs is a sensitive stomach which can show symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, gas and other gastrointestinal problems. If your dog is suffering from these, see your vet for advice. Some people find that switching their dog to a sensitive dog food diet helps with these issues.
Skin problems: Skin itchiness and irritation are common signs of an allergy in dogs that can lead to scratching, licking and biting.
Eye and ear issues: Like humans, dogs can sometimes suffer from eye problems such as wateriness, redness or irritation which might also signal an allergy.
Sneezing and coughing: These signs replicate the symptoms we might get if we suffer from hay fever.

While some of these symptoms might be down to an allergy, others might have a different underlying cause. It’s always a good idea to have your pooch checked by a professional to get a proper diagnosis.

Although many allergies are down to a dog’s diet and certain ingredients, there can also be other causes of allergies.

The main types of allergies in dogs relate to food and the environment.

There are a few common ingredients in many dog foods that can cause symptoms if a dog is allergic. These include proteins from:

Chicken
Beef
Soy
Wheat
Eggs

This is list is not exhaustive and every dog is different so there’s always a chance that your dog has a different allergy. Because dog food for hypoallergenic dogs tends to be created without these main allergy-causing ingredients, many owners find that switching their dog’s diet helps relieve symptoms.

Environmental causes can include:

Pollen
Trees
Grass
Dust mites

Dogs can also be allergic to insect bites, showing signs like those seen in humans such as itching and red skin.

It’s important to understand the cause of your dog’s allergies so you can help reduce any symptoms.

Burgess Pet Care is committed to making safe, highly nutritious hypoallergenic dog food for all ages and types of dogs. We source our ingredients locally where possible to support British farmers and use only the most stringent recipes to ensure your dog stays healthy and happy.

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Need more advice?

If you’re unsure about the best way of feeding your dog or have concerns about specific nutritional requirements, ask your local veterinary practice for advice. You can also call our expert team – available 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday – on 01405 862241 and they’ll be happy to help. Alternatively, use our online contact form to get in touch.

Look at our dedicated Pet Care section for information about nutrition, training and grooming.

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