The-Truth-About-Pet-Foods

Therefore, the only way to test an animal for sensitivity or allergy to a
commercial pet food is to actually feed the food over a period of time to
observe results (see Fig. 31).*
Attempting to treat allergies by removing an allergen – usually impossible
to do – solves only part of the problem. Focus needs to be redirected
to feeding foods which will enhance immune system health and
prevent allergic reaction. Additionally, no food should be fed day in and
day out. Variety is not only key to nutrition but also to prevention of
toxicity and allergy.
HOW TO TEST A PACKAGED FOOD
FOR ALLERGIES
Minimum of three weeks on a well tolerated diet
Increase proportions
gradually to 100%, and then use
only as part of a varied diet
Challenge with commercial product
(25% of meals)
No change
Signs within
5 days
Rechallenge after three
weeks to confirm or try
new challenge product
Return to well tolerated diet
Fig. 31. Since allergy tests do not test for the same allergens as found
in mixed processed foods, the only way to determine food tolerance is
to test feed it.
* Wysong Health Letter, “Food Allergies,” 1998; 12(5):1-2. J Vet Intern Med,
2001;15(1):7-13. J Am Vet Med Assoc, 1993;203(2):259-62. J Am Vet Med
Assoc, 1992;200(5):677-80. J Am Vet Med Assoc, 1991;198(2):245-50.
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