[MyPemCharlie]

Dog's can take over-the-counter Benadryl. Charlie's allergies aren't that bad, but my last dog took a Benadryl every day. I'd ask the vet for an "OK" and the right dosage if your dog can't get relief from cleaning his feet and an anti-itch spray.

Michael, there's no way I could keep Charlie "away from every possible offending vegetation or material" as you suggest. My yard is much too big with too many things growing and I would certainly not want to seclude Charlie to living indoors 24 hours a day. Mild allergies are fairly easy to control. Severe allergies (like my last dog had) are not 'easy' but can still be managed with vet care.