Page 10 Webster’s Dictionary defines “allergy” as an ‘‘exaggerated or pathological reaction to substances, situations or physical states that are without comparable effect on the average individual.” As many pet owners know, the “individual’”’ may be a dog as well as a person. In fact, it has been estimated by veterinarians that 10 to 15 percent of all dogs -- roughly the same percentage as in the human population -- may be subject to allergies. Your dog may be allergic to a number of things. If his allergy causes a skin condition, it may be traced to something in his home or neighborhood: dust, pollen, a plant or 'flower or chemicals in the soil. The allergy may reveal itself as inflammation, swelling about the face, itching, scaling of the skin or loss of hair. These are also symptoms of other skin problems. So your veterinarian will have to decide whether or not your dog’s problem is caused by an allergy. All dogs can have fleas. But while some have no serious reaction to these pesky parasites, other dogs can be extremely allergic to them. Some experts believe the allergic condition is not from Call your Better Business Bureau. The businessmen who support the BBB want you to get'your money's worth, €) CoRe by Raymond A. Minor, D.V.M. the flea itself but from the flea saliva. Whatever the exact cause, once the allergic problem has been diagnosed by your veterinarian, fleas are nor- mally easy to get rid of, and the allergic reaction will disappear along with the fleas. Fleas only come. to your dog to eat. For proper control, your premises should be sprayed with in- secticides. Parasites also cause con- ditions called canine sarcoptic mange, which causes itching, and demodectic mange, whose signs include redness of the skin, swelling and loss of hair. Sarcoptic mange is normally easy to treat by your veterinarian. Demodectic mange, which usually occurs in young dogs. less than a year old, is more difficult to treat. It is caused ‘by a tiny mite called demodex. Many normal dogs with no skin disorder pick up demodex mites at one time or another. As with many human allergies, research has not yet shown why the parasite multiplies in certain dogs to create a severe allergic reaction, while most dogs are not affected. Some dogs are allergic to bee stings. Signs of this allergy may include difficulty in breathing, swollen lips and face, general discomfort or restlessness. If your dog reactsin this way, you should call your veterinarian immediately. Some allergies strike at particular breeds of dogs. An example is ‘‘collie nose’, medically called nasal solar dermatitis, an inflammation of the nose aggravated by repeated pawing and exposure to sunlight. Collie nose normally strikes only collies, Shetland sheepdogs and mongrels having Shetland or collie blood. Signs of this allergy in addition to in- flammation -- include bleeding and loss of hair around the nose. Allergies are more prevalent during the summer and fall. As with other skin problems, there is not much you can do about it yourself, though you can at- tempt to relieve your dog’s discomfort with calamine lotion or mineral oil. fet to your veterinarian. Interior And Exterior No Drumming Rain or Hail Sound in Heavy APRIL 12, 1973 A Greenstreet News Co. Publication bs fake Bcd WE'RE We Sell Only USDA Choice Fresh Beef! FRESH (Sliced, Lb. 89¢) Holly Farms Grade ‘Al ROASTING CHICKEN :59 CHICKEN BREASTS CHICKEN LEGS Lb, 79¢ THIGHS OR DRUMSTICKS SHOULDER STEAK CHICKEN STEAK FRESH GROUND CHUCK . REG. 39¢ REG. 39¢ SCOT VIVA NAPKINS . REG. 21e=FRISKIES 351 34s 10% +1 AWAKE * 8 ae sie ne ASST. JELLIES REG. 85¢ -CHICKEN CAMPBELLS CHICKEN OF THE SEA TUNA FISH QUAKER STATE MUSHROOMS . 1289s 92 oz 79° 61 SLICED ‘BACON WE ACCEPT U.5.0.A.FOOD ERT Reg. 68c—GEE MEE ICE With This Coupon & Your Food 1 48 Reg. 35¢ GIANT HOT DOG OR HAMBURG BUNS With This Coupon & Your Food a u 3148 . $149 u $10 Td | 19 Reg. 33c MORTON FROZEN CREAM PIES FROM OUR DELI DEPT. BOILED HAM... iu TOC FROM OUR SEAFOOD DEPT. «79° TURBOT FILLET . . . Dez 8Y¢ FROM OUR BAKERY DEPT. JELLY DONUTS 1-Lb. Pkg. 79° Limit One. Lb. Limit Gwe. ia Gal. Limit One. 1- A PKG. Purchase of $10.00 or More. Excludes Mik, Cigarettes Tot - Limit One, Purchase of $10.00 or More. Excludes Milk, Cigarettes Limit One. NEW LOW PRICE! FRESH GREEN CUCUMBERS © INDIAN RIVER SEEDLESS GRAPEFRUIT . .. 4-39 DELICIOUS APPLES Sx @O° FRESH ® SALAD MIX ........% 2° Pkg. eo oo 0 9 0 4 NIAAEEIT HIRE MLY QUIKUT d| Res. $1.28 — LIPTON |B = TEA BAGS os FROZEN FOOD = .°89¢ - oa KNIFE - wi 3 es Coupon 25e = itn Tala Coupon 1 Dy . 4h WITH A FROZEN FOOD . |B] timid Goumen Pee EDGE THAT REALLY = da ___fF J /W G DN ‘Reg. 73¢ Reg. 97c—~—Foiger ; Ee eS MR. OLEAN COFFEE ONLY 25:0 - 49¢ © Plus razor sharp slicing edge | os Je pe oe 12¢ i ® Easily cuts frozen foods pl “Unit Puserared. M.C. covered with ice pe A ST SR, J
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