Like us, dogs can suffer from itchy skin for a variety of reasons. Dogs with normal skin can lick and scratch themselves as part of their grooming routine but if you notice that your dog is regularly biting or licking their paws, scratching themselves or shaking their head, they might be feeling itchy.
Itchy skin can be a sign of a number of different skin conditions. The most common are:
If you think that your dog is itchy, it would be best to make an appointment. Your vet will examine your dog and might recommend some specific tests such as
These will help to detect and guide treatment for more common diseases. Our vets have lots of experience with treating skin disease and will tailor your pet’s skin diagnostics and treatment plan to them individually.
If you think that your dog is itchy, it would be best to make an appointment.
