Causes

• The causes of skin allergies in English bulldogs may be food, environmental allergens or the result of insect bites, such as fleas, according to Trimbull Bulldogs.
  
  

Symptoms

• Your dog may persistently lick, scratch and chew an affected area, according to Bull Dog Abbie, a community for bulldog enthusiasts. Noticeable symptoms may include hives and swelling in his face.
  
  

Severity

• Trimbull Bulldogs indicates that the intensity of the dog's reaction can vary. It may be very mild or a chronic condition.
  
  

Treatment

• In many cases skin allergies can be treated with Benadryl, according to Trimbull English Bulldogs. For flea allergies, medication to eliminate the fleas is essential. Changes in diet can help with food allergies.
  
  

Complications

• Bull Dog Abbie indicates that skin allergies can develop into skin infections. Left untreated, this could result in demodetic mange.
  
  

Warning

• If your dog is having an allergic reaction to a bee sting, you should seek immediate veterinary care, according to Trimbull Bulldogs.