Having a healthy and happy dog in your home is an important goal for most pet owners.

No one wants to see their puppy distressed.

But sometimes, it may happen, especially if your dog has food allergies.

Dog with broccoli on bed

Your best chance is a food elimination trial.

Dr. Justin Shmalberg recommends “a non-contaminated simple ingredient diet” for up to 8 weeks, perNom Nom.

Hypoallergenic diets essentially leave out common protein sources, according toPetMD.

Dog with a food bowl

It’s also possible that your dog develops new food allergies with time, perDutch.

Dog about to eat food