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What dry dog food options for dogs with yeast and severe allergies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 6 years and 1 month old | 68 lbs

I have a dog with severe yeast on his belly and feet. I bathe him regularly in medicated shampoo but he’s definitely allergic to ALL sugar. Blueberries have a lot of sugar, didn’t work for him. Peas and carrots had to many. I’ve found the spinach with chicken and beans has helped a lot. He is 6 yrs old. Can you give me any dry dog food options that would even work for him? I did find a Science Diet called Z/D. Right now he can only eat what I prepare.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on May 5th, 2019

Science Diet Z/D is great for dogs with food allergies. I recommend trying Clyde with that to see if it helps. Royal Canin also have a Hypoallergenic dog food that is good for dogs with food sensitivities that manifest as skin issues. I hope this helps!

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    Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

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    Published on November 15th, 2018

    There are some grain-free foods that utilize peas instead of sweet potatoes, so looking at some grain-free products in your local pet store may help you find a product that works if Chevy can't handle it. A food trial with your vet where you eliminate everything, and then slowly work back up to it can also help see if there is a particular food causing Chevy's skin problems. In a lot of cases, the allergy is to a protein source, and not a grain or carbohydrate, so trying out some novel proteins such as turkey, venison, duck, etc may also help if the issue is food-related.

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