Itching

I have several people ask me on a regular basis about their pets itching.  The problem is  ITCHING is a symptom not the cause.  I mean you need to find out what is causing the itching not just trying to treat the itching.  The use of shampoos and ointments usually alone will not "fix" the issue. You will need to see your regular vet and they will help you decide what may be causing it and several different products you can choose from to help bring relief. I wish it was a simple problem and I could just say " do this or that" and it would take care of it.
Some times it is brought on by fleas, other times by an allergy to something inside the house or outside. They can run blood tests now to tell you exactly what your pet is allergic to and then they will establish a protocol of injections with a serum made just for your pet to desensitise them, very similar to people.
It can be bacterial or fungal etc. I think you get the picture. Having as much information as possible when you see your vet will help in the diagnosis. When did it start, is it seasonal, is it in one spot or all over. do they itch till it makes a sore????
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