Skin itchiness in a dog is called canine atopic dermatitis. In addition to scratching, the dog may lick and chew at the affected area. Continual scratching can cause the affected area to become red, ...

Scratching, licking, and rolling around on their tummy are common behaviors in dogs, but sometimes these actions can get out of control when they are feeling itchy. You don’t want your pet to feel ...

Dogs with itchy ears will scratch their ears, shake their heads, and rub their ears against surfaces. You might also note an abnormal odor from the ear, redness in the canal or on the ear flap, and ...

Prompt management of itchy skin and hot spots matters! Of course, a veterinarian’s primary concern is your pet’s comfort and quality of life. By preventing the escalation of skin issues, reducing self ...

What causes a pet to scratch constantly, bite at its paws, or roll restlessly across the floor? The answer may lie in more ...

DEAR PET TALK: When dogs are patted softly, do they itch? EV, Mr. Wironen’s 4th Grade, Reingold School, Fitchburg DEAR EV: A lot of factors can make a dog itch, and some dogs can develop “hot spots” ...

Both our beloved and much-missed English bulldog, Winston, and our current bichon-poodle mix, Lily, have battled nonstop allergies and skin issues. A neighbor whose dog suffered similar afflictions ...

The weather is starting to warm up, and with that will come the return of seasonal allergies. Humans are not the only ones affected; our pets, particularly dogs, are also susceptible to allergies. In ...

Federal regulators have approved a new dermatology treatment for itchy dogs made by Elanco Animal Health Inc. that the company has touted as a potential blockbuster. Greenfield-based Elanco said ...

Allergic inflammation plays a big role in allergy reactions and contributes to the itching and chewing commonly seen with allergies. Histamine is an important part of this inflammatory process. The ...