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, ...

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 ...

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” ...

For some, an ear cleaning is a part of their daily, or at least weekly, self-care routine. But did you know your dog could need similar care? Just like humans, pet's ears should be cleaned regularly ...

We just got a golden retriever puppy and he's 11 weeks old tomorrow. Ever since we got him, he has itched regularly and more than any of my other dogs have ever itched. Usually, it's his hind leg area ...

WHEN I was in my first year in practice, six short, hard years after starting university, I met a Maltese Terrier called Squeaky who looked like ...

MOORE, Okla., Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Why does a dog keep scratching even when there are no fleas in sight? According to a HelloNation article, the answer is not always simple. In Moore, ...

Any dog owner will tell you, dogs can have some quirky behaviors. Things like obsessively devouring socks, trancing under curtains and houseplants, compulsively bark at reflections and light, and yes, ...

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