August: Why is My Pet Itchy?
Allergies
If you notice your pet is constantly licking, chewing, biting, or scratching. It could be due to allergies. Like people, pets can be allergic to substances in the environment and in the food. Dogs with persistent itch due to allergies are often diagnosed with atopic dermatitis, a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting up to 10% of dogs worldwide. Unfortunately, over time this condition can get worse and impact your dog's quality of life.
Common Symptoms:
- excessive rolling, rubbing, or scooting
- Frequent scratching, licking, biting, or chewing
- Recurrent ear problems: head shaking, ear discharge, or scratching ears
- Hair loss, body odor, or skin changes: rash, redness, greasy skin
Recommended products
Cytopoint is an injectable allergy medication. Cytopoint is a safe and effective long-lasting treatment for dogs with allergic or atopic dermatitis. It starts controlling allergic itch within one day and reduces scratching, licking, chewing for up to 8 weeks.
Apoquel is a daily oral allergy medication. Apoquel is not a steroid and does not have the side effects associated with steroids. Apoquel starts relieving allergic itch in 4 hours and controls it within 24 hours.
Hufnagel Veterinary Clinic
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