Dogs that Itch

Does your dog have dry itchy skin? Skin so uncomfortable

that the dog is constantly scratching and biting until it

has removed all the hair from one particular area and the

flesh is raw and bloody. Most dog owners call this bald

spot a hot spot. It is an eyesore and causes the dog

owner such embarrasment, they won't take the dog out of

the house. The sound of the poor dog constantly whining,

crying, scratching and tearing at its skin can be very

annoying for the dog owner as well.

There are chemical treatments that can help. Although most

of these treatments work, some dogs can have severe and

sometimes fatal allergies to the chemicals. Grooming

would be a wise choice to treat their dogs constant

itching.

Since a lot of canine itching can be caused by pollens,

dirt, mats and dander on the dogs coat, brushing your dog

on a daily basis would be a great place to start. This

will keep your dogs skin from getting irritated. While

preventing a bout of itching, you will also be bonding

with your pet.

Bathing your pet can prevent an itching problem also.

Although too much water and shampoo can completely strip

your dogs skin of its natural oils so don't plan on

bathing the dog every day. When these oils are removed,

the dogs skin gets dry and more prone to infections.

Dry skin on a dog is just as painful as it is to a human

that suffers similar conditions. The dog can't rub

lotion on themselves to solve the problem.

Pay close attention to your dog's ears when you groom

them. They can get ear mites which are small biting

insects in their ears. When the ear mites bite, it

causes the dog to scratch at their ears causing other

health issues. A strange odor coming from the dogs ears
or if the dog does not want you to touch their ears

probably means an ear infection. Check with your

veterinarian on the best way to treat your dogs ear

infection.

If your dog still develops a hot spot, consult your vet

about what topical antibiotic cream would best prevent

infection. If your dog chews the spot, the veterinarian

may recommend your dog wear the large cone shaped collar

to prevent the scratching and biting, giving the area

time to heal.

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