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Food sensitivity in the dog: a quantitative study.

C J Chesney

    The Journal of Small Animal Practice
    |June 1, 2002
    PubMed
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    A study found that 7.6% of dogs presented to a dermatology clinic had food sensitivity. Restricted diets significantly reduced symptoms like itching in dogs with confirmed food sensitivity.

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    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Dermatology
    • Canine Health

    Background:

    • Atopy is a common allergic skin disease in dogs.
    • Food sensitivity can mimic or exacerbate atopic dermatitis symptoms.
    • Chronic otitis and recurrent pyoderma are frequent in dogs with underlying allergies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the incidence of food sensitivity in dogs presenting with atopy-compatible signs, chronic otitis, or recurrent pyoderma.
    • To assess the efficacy of restricted diet trials in diagnosing and managing food sensitivity.
    • To evaluate owner compliance strategies for diet trials.

    Main Methods:

    • A one-year prospective study of 251 dogs at a UK dermatology referral clinic.
    • Dietary elimination trials (8-9 weeks) for 85 dogs with specific dermatological conditions.

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  • Owner-reported pruritus assessment using an ordinal scale.
  • Venn diagram-based client education to improve compliance.

    • Main Results:

    • Food sensitivity was confirmed in 19 dogs (7.6% of all presented dogs, 32.7% of those with atopy-compatible signs).
    • Otitis and pyoderma were principal signs in some dogs with food sensitivity.
    • Restricted diets led to significant pruritus reduction in confirmed cases.
    • Labradors showed a predisposition.
    • Venn diagram approach enhanced owner understanding and compliance.

    Conclusions:

    • Food sensitivity is a significant differential diagnosis in dogs with chronic pruritus, otitis, or pyoderma.
    • Careful dietary management and owner compliance are crucial for diagnosis and long-term control.
    • Clinical audit of diagnostic approaches can help establish true incidence rates.