Hypoallergenic Food: Gentle Recipes for Dogs with Sensitivities

Hypoallergenic Food: Fewer Ingredients, More Comfort

If your dog scratches constantly, rubs at its ears or often has soft stools, a food intolerance could be behind it. Hypoallergenic food relies on a small number of clearly identifiable ingredients. Here you'll find the Holistic recipes from Winner Plus with duck, salmon or lamb and potato, the Professional Premium Delicate and the wet food Sensitiv Light with chicken and potato.

One Protein Source, One Simple Recipe

Many dogs don't react to meat as such, but to a particular protein they have eaten for a long time. Single-protein food contains just one animal protein source, for example duck, salmon or lamb. This lets you switch deliberately to a variety your dog hardly knows yet. Instead of grain, potato provides the carbohydrates. The Holistic line comes as Mini, Adult and Puppy Junior, so puppies and small dogs are well catered for too.

Changing Food with Patience

If you suspect a food allergy, an elimination diet is worthwhile, ideally planned together with your vet. For several weeks your dog eats only one food with a new protein source. It's important that treats and chews during this time match the chosen variety too, otherwise the trial loses its meaning. Always switch gradually over 7 to 10 days.

Frequently asked questions

How can I tell if my dog has a food allergy?
Typical signs are persistent itching, reddened skin, recurring ear infections or digestive problems. However, these signs can have other causes as well. That's why you should always have them checked by your vet.

How long should I try a hypoallergenic food?
Allow at least six to eight weeks, as the skin needs time to renew itself. Digestive issues often improve sooner. Don't give anything else to eat during this time, otherwise the result won't tell you much.

Is salmon, lamb or duck better for sensitive dogs?
It depends on what your dog has eaten so far. Ideally, choose a protein source it doesn't know yet. If it has had chicken for a long time, salmon or lamb is often a good choice.