Reviewed by Dr. Sarah Yosry
Updated on 08/05/2024
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Overview
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Life stage: All
Treatment, prevention and other measures are taken for each animal individually. Therapy takes into account the animal’s age, health condition, seasonality and other individual characteristics. To control itching, veterinarians prescribe drugs and means based on cortisones.
Preparations prescribed by a qualified veterinarian of the clinic “Modern Vet“.
All drugs that are prescribed for prevention and treatment, have a large number of side effects and serious contraindications. That is why it is not recommended to try to use them independently, because it can cause quite serious complications. It should be taken into account that allergic reactions in the animal’s body, run differently than in humans.
Sometimes ointments, creams, shampoos and sprays that help to provide additional control of irritation and itching, as well as remove infections are effective and efficient.
When a dog is itchy, it is important to see a veterinarian to determine the cause. Self-treatment attempts can complicate the situation and make diagnosis more difficult.
Follow your doctor’s recommendations and don’t skimp on treatment. Proper treatment can quickly relieve your dog’s itching and get him back to being active.
Any signs of irritation, redness or itching require immediate attention.
Contacting a veterinarian in a timely manner will prevent the problem from getting worse and ensure that your dog lives a comfortable life.
What exactly can a veterinarian or dermatologist recommend to treat the underlying causes of dog itching?
- Scabies mites. To eliminate the effects caused by mites, doctors prescribe potent medications from the isoxazoline category. Also effective were drugs with the maximally active substance selamectin.
- Allergies. In order to reduce the appearance of irritation due to allergic reactions, it is necessary to eliminate the source itself, i.e. the causative agents of this phenomenon. If the causative agents are food or parasites, then to reduce the manifestation of allergic reactions, it is required to prescribe a certain diet, as well as the use of treatments against parasites. If the cause is atopy, then such animals are prescribed lifelong treatment, which is individual, and is accompanied by personal selection of the necessary drugs.
- Stress. In the case of psychogenic itching, it is necessary to create the most positive and favorable atmosphere for the dog. To help establish the cause of stress and give recommendations for changes to eliminate the pathology, a professional zoopsychologist will be able to In some cases, antidepressants are prescribed.
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Dr. Sarah Yosry
DVM
A product of a rich Australian/Egyptian heritage, Dr. Sarah Yosry stands as a testament to the union of diverse cultures and a shared love for animals…
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