09 Feb Itching in dogs: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment (Part 3)

In the previous parts, we explained itching in dogs. Itching in dogs can be a sign of a problem or disease such as parasites, fleas, ticks, mites, allergies, dry skin or infection. This problem can be solved with home remedies such as oatmeal, apple cider vinegar and coconut oil. In this section, we will discuss other treatments, diet and other important points.

Chamomile bath and green tea

Another most effective home remedy for treating itchy dog ​​skin is the use of chamomile and green tea. They have anti-inflammatory effects for both humans and dogs and relieve itchy skin. Just fill the animal’s bathtub with lukewarm water and soak a few bags of green tea or chamomile in water for three to five minutes. Then put your dog in water for at least five minutes. If only some parts of the skin are itchy, you can put a tea bag in hot water and when it’s completely cool, use this water directly on the problem areas.

Aloe vera

Aloe vera is the best treatment for damaged skin. It cools and relieves itching and other types of skin disorders. If you have aloe vera at home, you can take the leaves and apply the resulting gel directly on the itchy areas, or buy pure gel without additives. Make sure the aloe vera gel doesn’t contain alcohol, otherwise it may burn the dog’s skin and make the problem worse.

Baking soda

Mix 50% baking soda with 50% water to form a thick paste. This paste can dry the rash on the skin and reduce itching, redness and inflammation. Apply baking soda paste on the dog’s skin and after about 20 minutes, rinse it off completely. If you want to moisturize the dog’s skin, add a few coconut oils to your dough. If the whole body of the dog itch, it’s better to pour baking soda in the tub. Then stir and put the dog in it.

Balanced diet for itching in dogs

Dog food and itching are closely related. A balanced diet high in omega-3 fatty acids and healthy carbohydrates can help keep dog skin healthy. Many dogs are allergic to regular dog foods made from chicken, beef or turkey, as well as wheat or gluten. Eating foods rich in fish and sweet potatoes can reduce the symptoms of dog food allergies. The omega-3 fatty acids in fatty fish have been shown to reduce inflammation, improve digestion and improve skin health. Just remember to always consult your veterinarian before changing your dog’s diet or taking new supplements.

When should you visit a veterinarian?

The mild itching that sometimes occurs usually recovers itself and isn’t a problem. But in the case of chronic dog itching with the following symptoms, you should take him to a veterinarian as soon as possible. so the vet can start treating the dog itching very quickly.

• when the itching lasts a long time and doesn’t cure itself or with the home remedies
• If the animal has other symptoms
• If he’s very restless due to itching,
• He has lost his appetite
• Or he’s depressed

Medications to treat itching in dogs

As we said, to treat itchy dog ​​skin, you must first identify the cause. If the cause isn’t known, or for dogs whose problem doesn’t resolve with the underlying disease, your veterinarian will prescribe medication. 

Itching of the body can be extremely annoying for the dog and can be one of the symptoms of the dog’s disease. In this article, we explained the reasons for itching in dogs. Now you may be able to diagnose the cause of this problem with some care. Dog itching can often be prevented by proper hygiene and diet. There are several home remedies for dog itching that may solve the problem. We also told you when to seek help from a veterinarian. If necessary, be sure to do this because your dog may suffer a lot.  To have a healthy and lively dog, you need to pay attention to nutrition, activity, health, grooming and much more. You can prevent the disease and have a healthy dog in this case. In all these steps, you can count on the specialized team of MishkaGrooming. Our experienced and precise groomers have groomed your dogs carefully and accurately so that they count the moments for the next session.