Fish is often seen as a safe, novel protein for dogs with food sensitivities. But surprisingly, some dogs develop allergies to fish—or to specific species of fish. Even more confusing? A dog might react to salmon but do just fine with whitefish or cod. Let’s untangle the fishy truth behind canine food allergies. --- 🐟 Why Use Fish in Dog Food? Fish is a great source of lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential nutrients like B vitamins and selenium. It’s often used in limited-ingredient diets for dogs with sensitivities to more common proteins like chicken or beef. But as fish becomes more common in pet foods, we’re starting to see a rise in fish-based allergies, especially to certain frequently used species like salmon or menhaden. --- ⚠️ Yes, Dogs Can Be Allergic to Fish Like all food allergies, reactions to fish happen when the dog’s immune system mistakenly identifies specific proteins as threats. Over time, repeated exposure to the same protein can trigger an allergic resp...
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