Thursday, February 10, 2011

How Dog Itching May Harm Your Pet

By Sarah Parker


Those of us with pets know that caring for our animals is a very important part of our lives. If you have a dog with itchy skin, then it's imperative that you take care of the problem before it causes your dog serious injury. While it may take a trip to the vet to cure this dog itching, it is also possible that, by using certain pet products, you can eliminate the problem without a huge medical bill.

## How do I know if my dog has itchy skin?

It is fairly easy to know if your dog has itchy skin. Some of the main symptoms of overly-itchy skin is excessive scratching and raw/hairless spots due to scratching. Dry spots of flaky skin that looks like dandruff may also be sign that your dog has itchy skin. Some skin conditions often cause a bad dog odor.

## What is the cause of dog itching?

Dog itching can be due to a wide variety of causes such as allergies, dry skin, parasites, or skin infections. Some of these, such as parasites, can usually be removed with the use of pet care products that kill fleas or a flea comb; however, some causes of dog itching are harder to pinpoint and get rid of.

## What can itchy skin do to my dog?

While dog itching may seem harmless to someone standing by, it can do serious damage to your pet. If a dog scratches itself too often, it may remove huge chunks of its fur, leaving it look un-kept and pathetic. Excessive scratching can also cause a dog to dig large wounds into their body; this can lead to infection and maybe painful to the animal.

## How can I remedy my dog's itchy skin?

Depending on the reason behind your dog's itchy skin, you can buy pet care products such as special shampoos which may relieve or even eliminate itching . Some dog shampoos are made out of herbal products, which makes them totally harmless to your pet as they work to heal skin conditions. Many itchy skin shampoos will likely work to cut down on dog odor while curing the problem.

## Where can I find pet care products?

You can find many pet care products on the internet or at local stores. Department stores such as Walmart now have a wide variety of pet care supplies. If you are looking to go the safe, natural way, you should look for holistic pet care products at herbal stores or online.

## How do I apply dog shampoo?

Most dog shampoos are applied while the dog is taking a bath. Some require that you leave the shampoo on for 5 to 15 minutes before rinsing it off. It is very important to observe all instructions before using dog shampoo; this will make certain that the shampoo has the opportunity to do its work.




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