How to figure out why your dog is itchy, and what to do about it. “Depending on the season or the frequency of itching, it definitely warrants a trip to your veterinarian or your veterinary ...
Scratching, licking, and rolling around on their tummy are common behaviors in dogs, but sometimes these actions can get out of control when they are feeling itchy. You don’t want your pet to feel ...
Dogs have fur, and they also have sensitive skin beneath it. It is not unusual for a dog to spend a good part of the day scratching or licking its fur, but excessive grooming can be a sign of a ...
Expensive clinic visits and high vet bills – not to mention all those costly allergy medications your vet can prescribe – may be the reason why you put off taking your itchy, allergic pooch to the ...
Which dog itch spray is best? Dogs itch just like we do, often for all the same reasons, such as seasonal allergies and bug bites. However, it isn’t easy for them to resist the urge to scratch, and ...
DEAR PET TALK: When dogs are patted softly, do they itch? EV, Mr. Wironen’s 4th Grade, Reingold School, Fitchburg DEAR EV: A lot of factors can make a dog itch, and some dogs can develop “hot spots” ...
Both our beloved and much-missed English bulldog, Winston, and our current bichon-poodle mix, Lily, have battled nonstop allergies and skin issues. A neighbor whose dog suffered similar afflictions ...
The weather is starting to warm up, and with that will come the return of seasonal allergies. Humans are not the only ones affected; our pets, particularly dogs, are also susceptible to allergies. In ...
Many dog owners do not realize dogs commonly experience skin problems. The reasons your dog develops a skin problem vary, but if you know the problem exists, you can address it. You must understand ...
Lokivetmab (Cytopoint) is an FDA-approved shot your vet can give your dog to treat itching and skin inflammation (dermatitis) that’s usually caused by allergies. Allergens like pollen, dust particles, ...