Some dog owners notice that their beloved pet suddenly began to excessively comb and lick the skin. Itchy skin causes discomfort to the animal, and sometimes can lead to complications. The reasons for this behavior are different: from hair loss to a serious fungal disease.
It is necessary
- - natural food;
- - brush;
- - antiparasitic shampoo;
- - special medicines;
- - colloidal oatmeal;
- - anti-inflammatory gel.
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, find out the cause of the itching. If your pet is dear to you, contact the veterinary clinic, because only a specialist can take the necessary tests and conduct a thorough examination of the dog.
Step 2
If the reason lies in molting, you will have to revise the animal's menu. You need to feed your pet only with natural food that does not contain chemical and artificial ingredients.
Step 3
In addition to food, you should brush your dog daily. To do this, purchase a special brush from a pet store. Please note that combs can be different - it all depends on the length and type of hair of the animal.
Step 4
If the itching is not caused by hair loss, but by something else, the veterinarian will take a scraping for the fungus. And if the diagnosis is confirmed, your pet will be prescribed a comprehensive treatment. This may include vaccination against dermatomycosis, washing with antiparasitic shampoos.
Step 5
Itchy skin can be caused by fleas or other parasites. In this case, the veterinarian will prescribe a specific treatment for the animal, which will consist of treating the skin, washing with antiparasitic agents. In some cases, treatment should be given monthly.
Step 6
Itchy skin can be caused by allergies. In this case, exclude all allergenic foods from the dog's diet - chicken, questionable food. During flare-ups, feed your dog lamb and rice, as these foods are not allergenic.
Step 7
If your dog scratches his skin, wash it in lukewarm water as it has a soothing effect. Add colloidal oatmeal to the water as it is a great way to relieve itchy skin. You can also lubricate the inflamed areas of the animal's skin with a special gel, for example, with aloe. But before that, be sure to consult your veterinarian.
