It’s “Itchy Pet Awareness Month”! This is a month dedicated to promoting pet skin health. Itchy skin is one of the top reasons why owners bring their pet in for a veterinary visit. Allergic skin disease is nothing to ignore. When it becomes chronic, it effects the quality of life. Sleepless nights, easily irritable and possible pain from sores is not a fun life.
Signs of itchy skin:
Frequent chewing, biting, scratching, or licking
Rolling or rubbing excessively
Ear problems/flapping
Hair loss
Body odor
Redness, rash, greasy skin or scabs
Visit your veterinarian if your pet is displaying any of these signs! They can help you determine what is the cause of the itchy skin and provide ways to help your pet get the relief they need and deserve.
