Paws and Listen Podcast · Big Dog Pet Foods

Get your pet ready for seasonal allergies

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70% of ear infections have an underlying allergy - if your dog gets one every spring, it's not rocket science.
Veterinarian Dr. Nicole Rouse explains seasonal allergies in dogs and cats on the Paws and Listen podcast, covering symptoms like itching, ear infections, and hotspots. She advocates a holistic approach centered on switching from processed food to complete-and-balanced whole food diets to calm the immune system, reducing reliance on drugs like steroids while using integrative supplements and topical treatments.

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A calm spring guide for pet parents who want practical allergy advice.

Seasonal allergies are treated here as a straightforward pet-care problem, with a vet-led chat about what owners can do as spring starts. The strongest advice is practical: keep diets complete and balanced, and stay inside the 10 to 20 percent rule for extras.

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Get ahead of spring allergy season before your dog or cat starts scratching.

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