Is your dog’s itchy skin driving him or her bonkers? It might even be getting on your nerves – the scratching, the licking, the chewing. If your dog is itching like crazy it might be driving you both up the walls!
Dogs love a good scratch, but excessive itching can be a sign of an underlying allergy or skin condition. According to the American Kennel Club, there are possibly 43 conditions that can cause excessive itching and scratching in dogs. However, most causes will fall into one of five categories:
- Atophy, an allergic response to normal proteins in the environment, such as pollen
- Food allergies
- Parasite hypersensitivity
- Yeast infection, such as Malassezia dermatitis
- Bacterial infections, known as staphylococcal pyoderma
Since there are so many reasons dogs chew or scratch, you should seek veterinary advice to diagnose the cause of the itching and determine the best treatment plan. Depending on the cause of your dog’s itching, here are some natural remedies to help your pooch.
Many natural remedies for skin issues are healthy and safe for dogs, and they can provide significant relief from irritation. However, be careful before using natural remedies. You might find suggestions from the internet, such as using essential oils. But some essential oils are not good for dogs. So make sure to ask your vet before treating your dog’s itchy skin, and make sure you treat underlying conditions if you need to. If there is no need for medical treatment, here are some home remedies that are completely safe and can help with itch relief.
Chamomile and Herbal Tea Soaks
Chamomile, calendula, and green tea have properties to soothe and cool irritated skin and reduce inflammation, making them very helpful additions to a dog bath. These soaks are best for dogs who have hot, itchy patches of skin at risk of becoming raw.
To give your dog an herbal tea soak, fill up the tub with warm water and let several tea bags steep for three minutes. Remove the tea bags and let your dog soak in the bath for at least five minutes.
Alternatively, for smaller, itchy patches, steep one or two tea bags in about two cups of hot water. Once it’s cooled down, pour it on your dog’s skin as a quick fix, letting it drip dry without rinsing.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a natural, safe soother for dry, itchy skin. The antiseptic and antifungal nature of apple cider vinegar makes it a great form of relief from itchy skin. However, if the skin is raw or open in any way, this is NOT a good remedy. Apple cider vinegar will sting an open wound.
This is a good remedy for a patch of poison ivy, oak, or sumac. To use, mix a solution with half vinegar and half water and soak their paws or other affected areas in the solution for up to five minutes. Or, you can pour the solution into a spray bottle and spray affected areas.
Oatmeal Bath
Oatmeal is an age-old remedy for dry, itchy skin. Let your dog soak in a colloidal oatmeal bath. Colloidal oatmeal binds to the skin and forms a protective barrier. It also helps hold moisture in and ease inflammation. Mix the colloidal oatmeal into warm water and let your dog soak. If you can’t find colloidal oatmeal, regular oatmeal is non-toxic, so you don’t have to worry about it hurting your dog as you work to relieve itching and allergy symptoms.
Epsom Salt Baths
Epsom salt – a mineral combination of magnesium and sulfate – is known to relieve the itching caused by allergic dermatitis. Regular soaks in Epsom salt baths may be able to reduce your dog’s itchiness and inflammation. Ask your vet about the exact procedure for soaking your dog in Epsom salts to make sure you’re doing so safely.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera can soothe itching skin. Once the itching stops and your dog stops licking or scratching, some skin irritation will also settle. Pure aloe vera gel is non-toxic, so you can support your itchy dog without fear they will lick the area and make themselves sick.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil works great for dog eczema and allergic reactions on the skin. It may even relieve your dog from bug bites and fleas. Use human-branded, edible coconut oil labeled as unrefined or virgin to protect your dog. You can rub it on the irritated skin, or you can add a little to your dog’s food to improve their diet. Just be sure to check with your vet before adding an item like this to your dog’s food.
Unsweetened Plain Yogurt
Plain, unsweetened yogurt provides dogs with many health benefits. For example, some yeast infections and skin irritation can stem from your dog’s digestive system. This remedy is good for dogs who have certain types of rashes, hives, or allergies. Before you feed your dog yogurt, be sure to check with your veterinarian.
Note: Be sure the yogurt does not contain any artificial sweeteners, especially xylitol. Xylitol is highly toxic for dogs.
Final Thoughts
Excessive itching in dogs is no joke. Many dogs suffer from allergic reactions, itching, intense scratching, and other symptoms. It can be heartbreaking to watch your precious pup struggle with this, and it’s important to get your dog the relief he or she needs.
After consulting with your vet, try some of the home remedies for dog discussed above. Many can be administered with common over-the-counter ingredients. The sooner you get started, the sooner your dog can get back to normal.
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My dog has itchy allergies which makes her skin red frequently and then just scratch that part while day. Please help by recommending home medicines. Also she is totally resistant to bath.
Thank you for visiting the Canine Campus blog. It looks like you’re commenting on an article that includes a list of home remedies for itching skin. Here’s the link if you need it again. https://www.caninecampus.us/dog-itching-relief-home-remedies-for-skin-allergies. Since there are so many reasons dogs chew or scratch, you should seek veterinary advice to diagnose the cause of the itching and determine the best treatment plan for your dog. I hope your dog feels better soon!
I use Unrefined virgin coconut oil it works wonderfully!! ❤️❤️ Also Put oatmeal in a grinder and grind it to powder and use that and chamomile tea bags and soak your dog for 5 to 10 minutes ! I’m thankful I used that remedy for my dogs… hope that helps you!!
Hi, my mother in law has a sweet older dog , Chloe, but she is MISERABLE! She is constantly itching her belly , even rubbing against the carpet, and her belly is darkened and leathery…. I am throwing ideas out on the baths , and home remedies, and curios if Benadryl is an option , and how to get her to take it if so. She has allergy pills , but she can’t get her to take the pill. My fiancé also stated since they got Chloe that she has an idea , even after bathing, she goes outside , he says she comes in and has an Oder , so I’m sure it’s a skin issue . But how to prepare a home remedy bath or relief for poor Chloe and if anything over the counter will help is much appreciated. Chloe was given back to the shelter 7 times before they took her in , and I just hate to see her miserable …… please , advice on something that helps with fast results is appreciated
I’m sorry to hear Chloe is having such a hard time of it! Following the treatment plan provided by the vet is an important place to start. If you still can’t get Chloe to take her medicine maybe this blog post will help: https://www.caninecampus.us/10-tips-to-get-your-dog-to-take-medicine. I hope Chloe is feeling better by now. Thanks for stopping by the blog!
I have a 12-year-old smaller dog and she has had an itchy problem lately and licking and biting her paws. I used Benadryl and the dosage is 1 mg per pound of body weight and I wrapped it in cheese and gave it to her twice a day. I believe that helped and I now am adding a quarter teaspoon of unrefined virgin coconut oil to her food and that has helped as well.
Thank you for visiting our blog and sharing your experience with other dog lovers. Hope to see you back again soon!
Benadryl is safe for dogs! The dosage is 1 mg/ pound of weight. So if you have a 25 pound dog, you can use one standard adult 25 mg tablet. It will cause drowsiness in most dogs, though. But it sounds like you should see your vet or even have a virtual that consult through an app! Many virtual vets like Airvet & Fuzzy are only $25 -50 per visit
Thanks for sharing this information with the Canine Campus community! Hope to see you back again soon!
Benadryl is a safe remedy but please check with your vet for proper dosage for their actual weight. Also, Aveeno Hydrocortisone is also a safe remedy. Use the 1% and the kind that contains oatmeal. Amazon offers a product, but more places than Amazon, but I use Amazon a lot. They carry a product called pill pockets. They are like a hollow treat where you add medication in pill form for the dog to ingest. They do work, I have used them nany times. Also, you can place the medication pill far back into the dogs throat and close the muzzle and tilt the nose upwards. The dog will swallow the pill with ease. You can also wrap the pill in a small piece if cheese or hotdogs or lunch meat. Adding peanut butter also works amazingly, what dog can resist peanut butter. Make sure to offer a refreshing drink of water after taking the medicine.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the Canine Campus community! It’s always refreshing to see someone helping others. I hope you’ll visit our blog again soon!
How do you use the coconut oil
Make sure it’s human grade virgin coconut oil. You can place a teaspoon of the coconut oil onto a small dish or just knave it on the spoon. Dogs, even cats love the taste of it. You can also add a teaspoon to their food. It also makes a wonder body rub. Place a small amount onto your fingers and massage it onto the digs coat/skin. Not only does it moisturize their skin but it also makes their coal soft and shiny. And an added bonus, you get to spend quality time with your fur baby and they will totally enjoy the nice massage.
Do you use it as a topical or per teaspoon edibly
My dog used to have very itchy skin, was gnawing and scratching to the point that her skin was very raw and she was going bald on almost her entire body. She also could not relax and play as she was miserably just scratching and gnawing all the time. Every time I brought her to the vet, she was prescribed antibiotics, medicated shampoo and steroids. After the antibiotics and steroid treatment and thousands in vet bills, the itching and scratching and raw skin will come back with a vengeance. After a year of going back and forth to the vet with no long-term improvement in my dog’s skin, I did a lot of research and decided to switch my dog’s diet from commercial dog food to home-made food, experimenting with different proteins to rule out which ones she is allergic to. Finally settled on beef – I buy ground beef, mix with ground raw carrots & spinach & ground flax seed. My dog’s skin has finally normalized. Very minimal itching. She now has a full coat of fur where before she had raw skin and was losing most of her fur. She is also very active like a young pup. She is going 14 years young, and finally enjoying life! I also shifted to an all natural soapless dog shampoo – there is a huge selection in Amazon for this. Hope your fur baby finds relief soon and hope this message helps you and others with the same problem!
I’m so happy you figured out how to help your dog and appreciate you sharing your experience here on the blog. What a great story! Thanks!
Hi, i have a belgian malinoua, shes now on her 7th years, she had severe itchiness and licking her toes and the vet told me to give nexguard tablet, it improves but after a week , start itching again. I dont know what to do, shes miserable severely scratching her neck, her belly, her skin turns in black color and becoMes thick like rubber, like a callouses. Please any advice..
I’m so sorry to hear your dog is uncomfortable. If the Nexguard isn’t working, you need to let your veterinarian’s office know. Ask them if they recommend any home remedies for your dog’s condition. I hope your dog will be feeling better soon.
I read you message and my dog is miserable. 2 years we have been dealing with his skin issue. Vet prescribes the same as you with the same amount of money. Plus a shot for $150.00.
I have changed his food several times and nothing. For your homemade dog meal, do you give it raw or cook it. His is Lab so He will eat a good amount per meal. Evidently dog research has not worked on these skin issues much. One vet said he had ear infection and that was making him lose his fur. Seriously? Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks
My dog is 5 years old, very small terria mixed and he has the itchy problem more so this year than last year, I need a remedy now for his so so miserable and it others me as well. While his biting it seems like his never going to come up for air unless u stop them. There’s another dog here as well and she’s 10 months old a ridgeback/lab ad she definitely miserable where she starts crying, don’t know how much neither one of their weight is but I need a good remedy to cure temporarily until I can get to the vet which be the first of the month. Please help, when u say oatmeal bath can u use regular human oatmeal if u don’t have dog oatmeal shampoo, and you stated apple cider vinegar can u use the oatmeal shampoo with it . I’ve got only 20 dollars please help me I’m in California help me please.
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It’s best not to use oatmeal shampoo designed for people on dogs because the pH balance for human and dog skin is different. Here is a reputable website with recipes for oatmeal and other shampoos appropriate for dogs: Easy Homemade Dog Shampoos. Hope that helps!
Aloe Vera plant worked tremendously well on my dogs eczema.
Thank you for sharing what worked for your dog!
My dog licks her back that her hair have patches
You might want to have a vet look at that if your dog continues to lick incessantly. Thanks for your comment!
My dog is scratching her face raw and it’s bleeding and idk what to do but it breaks my heart and I don’t have enough for a vet what should I do
Keiley, your dog needs to be seen by a vet. If you’re strapped financially right now, I suggest you contact your local Humane Society and ask for referrals to a local vet who offers services pro bono or on a sliding fee scale. I hope your pup feels better soon!
My dog has these allergies every year now, and I get so tired of watching him scratch, scratch, scratch….it breaks my heart. One day though, I knew he had to be tired from the scratching constantly and I decided to do the scratching for him. I found a soft bristled brush and gently brushed the areas he was scratching. You should have seen the sigh and look
of relaxation that came over him. It worked out best for me to ease his itching in a way that did not damage his coat or skin. My arms would get tired, but having him not feel miserable for a while was worth it. He also loves the good scratch that a vent-style brush offers. It has to have the rounded ends though. Try it out on yourself first to see if it feels good or if its got hard scratchy ends.
And for any facial itchiness, I use a rough textured towel and rub it around the eyes and snout. He loves this. In fact, all my dogs love to have thier faces rubbed/massaged this way.
My dog are itching intensively and have sores on her skin what can I use for her please
Deidre, your dog needs to be seen by a veterinarian. Only a trained vet can diagnose and prescribe whatever treatment your dog needs. Thank you for visiting us and we hope your dog feels better soon!
Non of the remedies I’ve used on my dog after taking him to a vet spending 300 dollars I didn’t have getting antibiotics ect trying all these home remedies I even broke my tail bone doing one of the treatments the vet didn’t even tell me wat was wrong didn’t have a trouble taking my money though got worse not better I’ve tried probably just about everything out the and nothing is helping him at all now his skin is like getting in layers it was bad enough before when giving him a bath scrubbing scrubbing to get all the dead scaly skin off well now wet its all slimy and won’t come off still no matter wat but the he shacking his head constantly cally skin all over everything in my car is where we live and get an order bad and now it’s thick crusty layers of skin and it is so so bad I can’t take it anymore I know he’s miserable cause I am so he has to be I’m crying all the time because there is nothing at all I can do about it I’ve had him since he was 9 months old
It’s such a helpless feeling when our beloved dogs are having a hard time. If you’re unwilling or unable to take your dog to a veterinarian, maybe try a telehealth service like Pawp. Pawp has certified veterinary nurses and doctors who can answer your questions and give you treatment options based on your dog’s needs. I hope your pup feels better soon!
Coconut oil works good for her itching.Also give her some benadryl. I also buy the wipes they have at Walmart that says Stop the Itch
Unfortunately finding the answer to why your fur baby is itching is going to be expensive ! Environmental or Food Also many of the treatments given destroy the gut health and immune system so why don’t Vets jump on the natural treatment Healthy pets is all we pet parents want
Over vaccinated, kibble, preventatives treatments in long run are what is destroying all the natural immune system, so the pet industry should take responsibility and make the changes . Big Corporations are buying up Vetrinary Practices, so we lose the personnel touch and care
When u tell most vet techs and Vets that your not using the toxic preventatives with yr fur baby your treated terrible and looked down
I think it’s time Vetrinary Medicine do some keeping up with newer studies
The fact you can titer test your pet to see if they have the antibodies and DO NOT need yearly doses. If you Titer once a year you will most likely see many of those vaccines last years Also some states will five u an exemption with the documentation of a titer test. This also could save you money and is so much more healthy for our pets The law sees our pets as property and it also deprecates their value with age so even if found a flea treatments has killed your pup or caused seizures they could pay you off for a few hundred dollars , so in my opinion there is NO incentive to come up with a safe treatment Corporations are about money
I believe in science and the info is there Finding a fair priced clinic and Vet are getting very hard to find
Thank you for sharing your viewpoint Summer. You make some interesting points. We appreciate a wide variety of perspectives. Thank you for doing your research and sharing your findings with us. It’s important we each do our own research and draw our own conclusions. As far as finding lower cost clinics, have you looked into Pawp? It’s a reasonably-priced subscription telehealth veterinary service that includes a $3,000 safety net insurance plan. Also, contact your local Humane Society for veterinarians who offer special clinics or sliding fee scale programs. Just a couple of ideas…
I have been to the vet several times with the itching problem. We’ve tried steroids and cider point shots. The steroids worked until the next day after she finished them and the shots just no longer work. Any advice? Thanks
Kim,
If the itching has returned you should let your veterinarian know right away.
Thanks for visiting our blog – hope your fur baby is feeling better by now!
Hi
My 10yr old Shih Tzu/ Maltese Cross cross doggie cannot stop licking the pads of her paws and pulling fur out on the top of her legs. I’ve spent a fortune at the Vet to find a cure, but nothing helps.
I’m a Pensioner on a limited income and can’t afford ‘tablets to try.’ Is there an alternative ‘to try in the natural medication area.
Thank you.
Lynne,
Thank you for sharing your concerns here on the Canine Campus blog. Canine Campus is a dog care facility; we are not veterinarians and cannot dispense veterinary treatment advice. However, if you’ve tried the natural remedies in the blog post you may want to try some natural paw pad healing balm and skin smoother (available on Amazon) to see if they help. The reality is that only a professional veterinarian is qualified to make recommendations specifically for your pup. I hope she’s feeling better soon!
HI! I have a 5 month old pure bred Newfoundland who started losing hair rapidly and couldn’t stop itching himself. I immediately went to the vet, and they examined my pup and came to the conclusion that he is most likely suffering from food and/or environmental allergy. I’ve grown up alongside Newfoundlands my entire life. I’ve seen hot spots, goopy eyes , dandruff, itchiness, etc. When I saw my puppy presenting these behaviors, I wasn’t overly concerned. However, now that I’ve seen a vet and found that it’s likely an allergen, I’ve switched his food over to a grain free puppy food. The vet mentioned that it could take around 4-6 weeks to see results from food swap. With that being said, my puppy is itching and scratching like no other. He has itched his eyebrows raw and wakes up at the crack of dawn because he’s wildly uncomfortable. I called the vet explaining the scratching was getting worse and they recommended Benadryl. I’ve been giving him 50 mg of Benadryl every 12 hours. It doesn’t seem to be helping very much, maybe a little, but not the relief I thought it would. I’ve been rubbing Bag Balm on his wounds, as recommended by a local Humane Society, and it seems to be helping and is certainly relieving his facial scratched area. But…My pup is still SO uncomfortable and itching at particular spots constantly. From what I have found on the internet, a specialized bath seems like a possible solution, but I’m hesitant.
Any insight as to how I could provide another level of comfort to my puppy is very much appreciated. TY!
Wow, I’m sorry to hear your pup is so uncomfortable! Have you tried any of the remedies in this article? Hope your pup is feeling better by now!
My yorkie is three years old and haven’t had a problem itching until this pass year. Took him to the vet twice and they put him on Apoquel. Didn’t work. We were feeding him boiled chicken for awhile. So when we took him back for his yearly shots, I asked if it could be food allergies. Chicken maybe? I showed her some little pimples with dry skin on top of them. She said it could be. So I have switched him to Bandlands Ranch which he loves. And has been on it for months. Tried most of your home remedies and no relief. I have had dogs all my life and have never had any problem. But I see that I’m not alone here. Tomorrow I will try to get him in to the Vet again with the same problem. He is now scratching to where it bleeds! This is Not acceptable! HELP!
I’m sorry to hear your little dog is having this issue and hope your vet can help him. Thank you for sharing your experience here on the Canine Campus blog!
Did backhand ranch help over time?
My dog itching but times no as bad
Like today day all she doing is itching
Have you taken your dog to the vet? Tried any home remedies? I hope your dog is feels better soon!
3 years ago, my pup was very itchy, so I decided to take him off his kibble and prepared all his meals myself with organic meats, vegetables, fruit, eggs, grains. He continued to be itchy, so I looked for a veterinarian who had specialized in helping dogs with itchy skin. I had to wait 2 month to get her to see my dog, but it was worth the wait. By then, I had been preparing all my dogs meals for 8 months. The veterinarian told me that my dog was detoxing and to hang in there, not to give up. She guided me with regards to natural remedies and suggested that I put my pup on a raw food diet made with a protein which he had never eaten. I did that and, indeed, little be little, he got less and less itchy. All I all, it took about 1 year for him to get full relief. A couple of months ago, his vaccines were up for renewal and now, we are in trouble again! He is quite itchy, so I am working hard at boosting his immune system naturally and detoxing his system of those darn vaccines. We are in for another long haul, but he is getting all the help that I can give him. I will hang in there, he deserves it!
Thank you for sharing your story! It sounds like your patience paid off, but now you’re starting over again. Thank you for caring for your dog so fastidiously; I hope it doesn’t take a full year again! Thank you for visiting our blog – hope you come back again soon!
My dog of 4 years staring itching after I bought her 2 weeks ago gave her a bath seems to is itching somewhat more what do I do when I was holding about a week ago there was something that looked like a flea I h a ve a flea collar on her should I take it off put some liquid form on her
It’s probably best you have your dog looked at by a vet for a diagnosis and treatment. Your vet can recommend the best type of flea treatment for your dog. Thank you for stopping by our blog!
Thank you so much for the ideas! It will be a long wait for my baby to see the vet (usually about a month but hopefully they have something sooner) so I’ll ask if I can try any of these remedies while we are waiting to help provide some relief. He was initially just licking his belly but now he’s biting it and licking and while his front armpits seem to have cleared up a bit he still itches there too.
Unfortunately the baths probably won’t work since my bathtub isn’t tall enough (hos belly is about as high as my kneecaps). Plus he HATES baths. He’s about 95lns and I have to drag him to the bathroom and then call his brother in and shut the door and catch my breath. Then I have to drag him to the bathtub and somehow outsmart and outmaneuver him to get his front paws in. He hasn’t had it this bad in years, but everyone I talk to says their allergies are bad and their puppers allergies are bad too.
I hope you’re able to find something to help until you can see your veterinarian. Let us know if something works!
I just got a 2 and a half puppy and she has been scratching a lot. I have a yourkie Maltese mix and I’m afraid that this might affect her. She also has patches of hair loss. I’m going to try some of your suggestions and see if it helps her. Thank you
I hope the remedies in the blog post are helpful! Thanks for sharing your experience here on the blog. Let us know how it goes!
I have a Golden Retriever – Bennie – who has itchy skin. The Vet proscribed Apoquel; but he’s still scratching. I’d like to try the herbal tea bath: how many tea bags should I use in a tub full of warm water?
Try 3-5 tea bags for a tub full of warm water.
Thanks. Here’s hoping this works 🙂
Let me know how it goes!
I keep reading and in every comment you are referring the owner to take fur babies to vet.
I just took my black lab, $400 later he’s still scratching and chewing his body…another one at home doing the same thing. Almost bald! No fleas, but constantly scratching! I’ve tried everything! NO ONE HAS FUNDS TO PAY A VET! $400 and problem is just as bad!
Only a certified veterinarian can diagnose your pet. Another alternative might be a telehealth program that gives you access to certified veterinary nurses and doctors like Pawp. Pawp has a one month free trial period. I hope you are able to resolve your dog’s issue.
Have you had him tested for allergies? I know it can be expensive but I did. I thought giving him healthy food was the right thing to do. Found out he is allergic to flaxseed which is in almost all the good healthy food. Many other foods too. I get him chicken and sweet potato food. It has made a difference. I can’t find a flea on him but allergic to them too
My 9 year old border collie/mix has been itching for ( a LOT) for about 3 months. What puzzles me is that his skin is not inflamed nor red or bumpy. He is not losing fur. He just keeps itching the same spots ( mostly under hocks of both hind legs) otherwise, he is healthy in every way. Any suggestions?
There are many reasons a dog might be itching consistently in the same spot. Only a certified veterinarian can diagnose your pet. I hope you are able to figure out the mystery!
We have a 7 year old boxer Yoshi.
She gets itchy all the time as many boxers do and we’ve been able to manage her itchiness and soothe her discomfort, however about 3 days ago i noticed her paw is flaky looking and crusty and starting to expel hair follicles out of her toes? This is the first time she has gotten to the point where there is noticeable inflammation in her right hind paw (on top of the toes, between toes) also the hair came off one of her toes completely, like she has one bald toe and the other ones are turning flaky and look inflamed as well. I’ve been spraying the affected paw with “Curaseb” broad spectrum antiseptic spray as instructed. I also gave her a little benadryl (50mg – she weighs about 60-70lbs). I need advice on what else i can do to make this go away before it becomes a medical emergency?
Thank you for sharing about Yoshi’s condition. Canine Campus is a dog care facility and unable to give veterinary advice. I recommend you take Yoshi in to be seen by her veterinarian. You’re exactly right – you want to get a handle on this before it becomes a medical emergency. Please update us on how Yoshi is doing in the future. Thank you for visiting the Canine Campus blog and we look forward to hearing from you again soon.
I have a 18 month old bully that I have tooken to vet several times and I’m at 800 dollar vet bill he is still itching and it has not helped him at all please help. He is on apoquel it’s not helping him and it’s expensive. He also has been on diphenhydramine and it’s not helping he has been on a penicillin nothing helping even was give a special shampoo
If your dog isn’t responding to your veterinarian’s treatment the first thing to do is to call their office and let them know. If you’re not satisfied with your veterinarian’s course of treatment, consider a reasonably-priced telehealth veterinarian service like Pawp for a second opinion. I hope your dog feels better soon!
Do you just rub the aloe Vera on your dogs coat or how do you do it? My austrailian shepard has been itching a lot and losing hair and has bumps under his fur. He has no fleas or anything and he hasn’t been eating his food so we think that it’s the problem so we are just trying to find a way to help him relieve his itching until we figure out the problem.
Yes, you can apply the aloe vera directly on your dog’s coat as long as it is pure aloe vera. I hope it helps!