Histamine Intolerance In Dogs

Histamine Intolerance in Dogs: When our tummies and skin go crazy!

Hi pals! Woof woof! Today, let's bark about something that affects us too -  Histamine Intolerance. Just like hoomans, some of us may have a ruff time with histamine, and it can cause lots of troubles in our furry lives. Ever had a time when your belly feels all rumbly, you have to go potty far too often and you just can't hold it in? Histamine Intolerance might be the sneaky reason behind it. Sometimes, our bodies can't break down histamine properly, and it troubles our skin and tummies.

Our fur gets all itchy, and we end up scratching and licking ourselves all day long. Imagine wanting to scratch an itch, but it never really goes away - super annoying, right? And then there's the tummy trouble. Our bellies start making strange noises, and we might have to make unexpected trips to the potty. Not fun at all! Let's wag our tails and learn more about this together!

What's Histamine Intolerance, anyway?

Histamine, a little messenger in our body, that can sometimes get too excited, causing itching, tummy issues or diarrhea. Just like an alert system! Histamine is found in foods and our bodies. Most pups handle it just fine, but some of us have a tougher time breaking it down. That's Histamine Intolerance for you!

The Problem: How does Histamine Intolerance Make Us Feel?

Histamine intolerance can be a real paw-spoiler. Imagine a persistent itch that just won't go away, or a tummy ache that leaves you feeling down. Here's what some of us experience:

• Itchy fur/skin: Ever had an itch you just can't resist scratching? Imagine that itch all the time – driving us barking mad!
• Upset tummies: Stomachaches and unexpected potty breaks – not the most pleasant experience, right?
• Feeling Low: We might not be our usual tail-wagging, ball-chasing selves. Lethargy and grumpiness might creep in.
  
  

Why does this Happen to Us?

Well, it's a bit of a complex topic, but a mix of our genes, diet, and health play a part. Some of us have genes that make histamine tough to handle, and certain foods trigger it too. Sometimes, if our tummies or health aren't in top shape, histamine intolerance can knock on our doggy door.

The solution: How our Hoomans can Help Us Feel Better

Luckily, our pawtastic pawrents can do a lot to make us feel better:

• Choose the right diet: They can chat with our vet or another specialist for dog food to find the best food that won't trigger histamine intolerance.
• Supplements support: Sometimes, we need a little extra help in the form of supplements. Our vet or another specialist for supplements knows what's best!
• Cuddles and comfort: A little extra love and attention go a long way when we're not feeling our best.
  
  

Histamine Intolerance can be like that sneaky squirrel in the park -  you can't always see it, but you feel its effects. But with our hoomans by our side, we can tackle it together, one tail wag at a time! For more information about histamine intolerance in dogs and healthy dog food follow @paw_art_by_prinz.