When managing chronic skin sensitivity in a WPG, what food components typically listed as staples in dry foods should be the first targeted for elimination?

Grains and legumes

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is frequently sensitive to allergens that manifest as skin issues, such as chronic itching or ear infections. Since diet provides crucial information to the body that can trigger inflammation, managing these sensitivities often requires dietary detective work. The initial and most critical step in an elimination process is removing common dietary irritants frequently used as high-volume fillers in commercial kibble—specifically grains and legumes. Once these staples are removed, if sensitivity persists, the focus then shifts to rotating novel proteins, such as goat or venison, to isolate other potential triggers. A successful long-term strategy also involves concurrently supporting gut health through prebiotics and probiotics, recognizing the strong link between the digestive tract and skin barrier function.