It's that time of year when many of us will be plagued by runny noses and sore throats as pollen counts rise - but did you know that your dog could be suffering from hay fever too?
Humans aren't the only ones who can be afflicted with the allergy throughout the spring and summer months, although the symptoms may present a little differently in your four-legged friend. The Met Office and vet charity the PDSA have issued advice to households with pets on how to spot the signs that your pooch may have hay fever, and what you can do to help make them more comfortable.
Some of the key symptoms you might spot if your dog is allergic to pollen are excessive scratching, redness of the skin particularly around the eyes, ears and between the paws, and tiredness or lethargy on days when the pollen count is high. Your pooch may also lick or bite their paws, shake their head, or rub their ears or muzzle due to the discomfort.
