One of the most important duties of being a pet owner is keeping our pets safe and healthy.

Yet, sometimes we notice our furry friend is acting a little strange and can’t figure out why.

That may actually be one of the signs that they aren’t feeling well.

Dog and cat scratching

“Dogs and cats can’t tell us when something hurts or doesn’t feel good.

They may also have crusty and flaky skin, itchy ears, and fur loss.

If your dog has recurrent ear infections, ask your vet about allergies.

Cat looking at cat food

The most common allergy culprits are proteins such as egg, dairy, chicken, beef, or soy.

Typically, an allergy will produce symptoms within 6-24 hours of ingesting the food.

Although food allergies may be the cause, there could be other underlying conditions.

Dog not eating