Often there is a bacterial infection present. Always check your puppy for fleas. Ideally it is best to check before you bring your puppy home for the first time as female fleas lay 50 eggs per DAY, and this can lead to a flea population explosion very VERY quickly. Activyl can be purchased in SINGLE treatments, which is great for fast growing puppies as you don't have to buy a full six-pack. However, if the itching is mild we advise the following to reduce or minimise itching or dandruff in your pup and to hopefully reduce any likely progression to worsening allergies.
It has been formulated specifically for pets that have any kind of skin problem: mild itches, dandruff or severe dermatitis. Recommended by dermatologists as is hypoallergenic and soothing. It is pH balanced for puppy and dog skin and contains Aloe vera and Oatmeal, known for their soothing effect on skin.
Use weekly as your regular shampoo and massage in Aloveen conditioner for prolonged soothing benefit and a glossy, lustrous coat. Even if your dog's condition has gotten extreme, there's nothing a little tender loving care and veterinary treatment can't fix. Soon enough, you'll find your dog back to normal. Katie Finlay is a pet trainer who lives in Southern California.
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Dog Name Finder Browse our extensive library of dog names for inspiration. Find out the best and worst foods for your dog and which to avoid. Additional Resources AKC. Clubs Offering: Training Classes. By Harriet Meyers Aug 11, 3 Minutes. Aug 11, 3 Minutes. There are a number of potential culprits: Fleas. Much like mosquito bites cause an allergic reaction and itch in humans, flea bites create extremely itchy spots for your poor dog.
Why Does My Puppy Itch? Published: May 25, Things that commonly make puppies itch: Fleas — This is the one everybody worries about. By no means is this list exhaustive, but it covers the important points. Vivian Carroll. Help us make PetMD better Was this article helpful? Yes No. Share this article. What did you find helpful? What was not helpful?
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