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The Allergy Solution for Dogs: Natural and Conventional Therapies to Ease Discomfort and Enhance Your Dog's Quality of Life (The Natural Vet)

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I write MacAnswers, a question/answer column for Great Scots Magazine, a publication for Scottish Terrier owners. The question I wanted to tackle for the September/October issue was about allergies. However, I was tempted to put that subject on the back burner since entire books can be written on allergies in dogs and how to control them. Fortunately, I found Dr. Messonnier's book The Allergy Solution for Dogs. This new book does indeed provide the solution for dog owners who are willing to invest more time and interest in solving their dog's discomfort than a monthly trip to the vet for a steroid injection. Dr. Messonnier's holistic approach to allergies makes sense, and I highly recommend this book to any dog owner who is dealing with the frustrations of a dog that itches and itches. Breeds the book lists which have an especially high incidence of atopic dermatitis, a genetic disease which predisposes dogs to skin allergies are: West Highland White Terriers, Cairn Terriers, Shar-peis, Scottish Terriers, Lhasa Apsos, Shih Tzus, Wirehaired Fox Terriers, Dalmatians, Pugs, Irish Setters, Boston Terriers, Golden Retrievers, Boxers, English Setters, Labrador Retrievers, Miniature Schnauzers and Belgian Tervurens.

I have a dog that has severe allergies and, unfortunately, is one of the 1/3 or less who have not seen significant success with allergy injections (after 2 years...sigh). But, Dr. Messonnier offers many types of therapies/treatments for dog's with skin problems/allergies. His writing is honest and direct--this book made me realize that nothing will completely "cure" the allergies--but can make my dog's life more comfortable. In addition, the author does state that most treatments may not be the "sole" form of treatment--that they have to be used in conjunction with several other treatments. Right now, my pup is trying some homeopathic remedies along with conventional ones. And, I am still trying. This little book is pretty comprehensive. It gives the WHYs along with the HOWs to treat. I disagree with the other reviewet that the author does not talk about treatment. Over half the book is on treatment. Recommended with those who struggle with the irritating and frustrating problem of canine skin allergies.

I was looking for a book that would help SOLVE my problems with dogs and allergies - this book just gives examples of what to look for (is it or is it not allergies) and suggests seeing the vet. Been there, done that - was looking for more creative ideas than seeing the vet and putting them on steroids (the standard prescription). I will keep looking for something to resolve my dogs' allergies and skin issues

While this book is great if you simply want to learn about what allerges are, it does not give advise on how to treat the problem yourself. It will help you to have an informed discussion about the topic with your vet, but if you are wanting to learn how to treat your animal or what suppliments to use, this is not the book for you.

The book had a lot of information about getting your dog tested for allergies. We have, so half of the book was useless to us. There are some good points. It does tell you how to make your own food (and which vitamins you need to add) which I am trying to do to save money on the prescription food. Overall if you are questioning if you dog has allergies it would be more informative than if you know it already has them.

This book provides great information and solutions that really worked for my rat terrier/chihuahua mix. The allergy medicine from the veterinarian just wasn't working by itself and my poor fur-baby was still itching and chewing at her skin and still had watery eyes. After implementing some of the suggestions in this book, all of her symptoms were gone. She is now off all medication and symptom free. I hope that this book is as helpful to you and your pets as it was for us!

I think that Dr. Shawn has a good grip on taking care of your pet naturally and with the vet info available when needed. I prefer the natural path and he is very into that. I appreciate his care and research for naturally curing my pet.

i very important book to help you figure out what ity is why your dog is chewing her/his opaws food and other things how to fixes

End the Dog Itch

Good NEWs ..

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Say Hello to Sublingual Doggy GOO !

Everyday Dr Shawn see's the Skin / Ear / Behavioural ravages that allergies cause our Dogs ..

His Solution focus / Book is correct and offers some very good tips ..

But in this Fast Paced World ..

a recent Univ Wisconsin Madison / Vet Dermatologist Study ( Oct 2010) has found that Sublingual ImmunoTherapy is Equal to tradtional Gold Standard Allergy SHOTs in the neutralization of Dust mite Allergies in Dogs.

My research has found ounly 1 Sublingual Canine Product that sublingually builds Immune Tolerance to 10 Pollens, 2 Mites 3 Molds ... and it's 100% Natural and Veterinary Dermatologist Formulated.

It's Playfully called Doggy GOO ..
But when you read all about it ..
it offers Dog Owners a chance to finially End the enviro Allergy Itch in their Dogs.

I bought this book for my Mom who has a dog with allergies. She loved having a reference and is following the advice written to see if she can help her dog overcome itching.