Chicken is one of the most common allergen in dog food. It is highly inflammatory and in Chinese food therapy is considered hot and irritating to digestion and the body as a whole. Symptoms that pop-up within hours to weeks after feeding chicken can include red or itchy skin (especially on the paws, abdomen, groin, face, and ears), rashes, fur loss, or hives. Skin and ear infections commonly occur. And wounds or “hot spots” may develop due to trauma from a dog repeatedly licking or chewing their skin.
If you work with an animal nutrition specialist you can receive assistance in creating an ideal diet free of allergenic ingredients that will help your dog thrive and not just survive.