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Pet Itchy After Eating: Food Allergy Identification
Chronic itching, especially with red ears or paws, is often a food allergy in disguise. Symptoms can take days to weeks to appear.
Severity: mild
Schedule a non-urgent visit if itching persists more than 2 weeks without other cause.
Understanding itchy skin
True food allergies are immune-mediated and require an elimination diet to diagnose — typically 8–12 weeks on a novel-protein diet.
Home care
Document foods given. Bathing with a hypoallergenic shampoo may give temporary relief.
Emergency contacts
ASPCA Animal Poison Control: 888-426-4435
Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661
Both are 24/7 — small consultation fee may apply.
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