The Root Causes of Dog Itching

How to Relieve Itching in Dogs?

1. Parasitic infection

If your dog's itching is caused by parasites (e.g. fleas, mites), it can be treated with appropriate  deworming medication.  

2. Bacterial or fungal infections

Itchy skin caused by bacterial or fungal infections is usually treated with antibiotics or antifungal medications. These medications can be taken orally or as topical ointments or sprays. 

3. Allergic dermatitis

If your dog's itching is caused by allergies, antihistamines or steroids can be used to reduce inflammation and itching. Also, allergens need to be identified and avoided. 

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4. Dry skin

If your dog's dry skin is causing the itching, moisturizers or specific skin care products can be used to improve the skin condition.

5. Anti-itch medications

In some cases, anti-itch medications can be used to relieve your dog's itchiness. For example, Epocrine (Olatinib maleate tablets) is a hormone-free anti-itch medication that can effectively control itching in about 4 hours. 

6. Medicated baths

Medicinal baths can help relieve itchy skin in dogs, especially for generalized skin problems. Using a medicated bath can help reduce inflammation and kill parasites. 

7. Environmental Improvement

Keeping your dog's living environment clean and regularly disinfecting and washing your dog's supplies can help prevent and treat itchy skin.

8. Diet adjustment

Choosing a dog food that is healthy for your dog's skin or adding some skin-friendly nutritional supplements, such as fatty acids and vitamins, can help improve skin conditions. 

When treating itchy skin in dogs, it is recommended to consult your veterinarian to determine the exact cause of the itching before choosing the appropriate treatment. At the same time, it is important to avoid using medications that contain hormones, which can adversely affect your dog's health. 

How to Prevent Itching in Dogs?

In order to prevent dog itching, you can start from the following aspects.

• Regular deworming

Do external deworming on time to prevent parasitic infections such as fleas and mites, as parasites are one of the common causes of itchy skin in dogs. 

• Keep skin clean

Bathe on time and use dog-specific body shampoo. Avoid using human bathing products as their pH level may not be suitable for dog's skin and may easily lead to skin problems. Dry thoroughly after bathing, especially in the skin folds, to prevent moisture from triggering skin diseases. 

• Maintain balanced nutrition

Make sure there are no allergens in your dog's diet and choose a diet plan that is suitable for your dog to avoid food allergies. For dogs with allergies, consult your veterinarian for a special diet plan. 

• Environmental cleanliness

Keep your dog's living environment hygienic, regularly wash and dry your dog's household items, such as kennels and toys, to reduce the growth of dust mites, mold and other allergens. 

• Avoid contact with allergens

If your dog is allergic to certain substances, such as pollen and dust mites, try to minimize your dog's exposure to these allergens. For example, spend less time outside during pollen season and keep the house clean to minimize dust mites. 

• Use air purifiers and humidifiers

Especially in environments with dry or polluted air, air purifiers can help remove allergens and irritants from the air, and humidifiers can keep the air humid and prevent dry skin. 

• Supplement Omega fatty acids

Omega fatty acids help improve your dog's skin and coat health and can be supplemented by feeding fish oil or supplements containing Omega fatty acids. 

• Regular Grooming

Brushing the coat removes dead skin and hair and encourages new hair growth, as well as removing allergens from the skin and coat.

When to Consult a Veterinarian

If your dog’s itching is persistent, intense, or accompanied by other symptoms like redness, swelling, or hair loss, consult your vet. They may perform tests to identify the cause and recommend a tailored treatment plan.