Benadryl

• Benadryl is a safe antihistamine which can be administered to dogs. It helps relieve itchy skin and respiratory allergic reactions (see Resources below).
  
  

Dermatological

• Doctor Foster and Smith's 3V Caps, Vitacoat® Plus, Healthy Coat Allergy Tabs and Healthy Coat Omega-3 Gel Caps are preparations formulated from fatty acids, which provide relief for itchy skin as well as promote a healthy, shiny coat.
  
  

Botanicals/Enzymes

• Ask Ariel's Bioallergies Plus is a preparation containing enzymes and botanical agents that help reduce a dog's reaction to airborne and contact substances. This product will also help dog food allergies (see Resources below).
  
  

Atopica

• This is a good substitution for prednisone; the cyclosporine in Atopica is much safer, and dogs won't suffer the negative side effects of prednisone.
  
  

Allergy Shots

• This alternative is expensive, but it helps a dog's immune system adjust to the allergens to which it is reacting. If you don't want to give your dog medications, this is an alternative to consider.