Is my dog's anxiety linked to her recurring dry, flaky skin?

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my dog has high anxiety but has very dry skin almost plaque seriasis type of skin like layers of it. we brush her and we can get rid of it but it comes back after she diplays moment of anxiety is this related. Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Female | unspayed | 30 lbs

Lauren M. Jones, VMD · Accepted Answer

Bailey's flaky, scaly skin could be due to a number of conditions, including hypothyroidism, seborrhea (oily yet flaky skin - often caused by another condition), allergies, among others. Stress increases shedding and often worsens any scaling of the skin. You can try bathing her in a medicated shampoo designed to manage seborrhea conditions, but be sure to leave the shampoo on her coat for 5-10 minutes before rinsing. Here is one shampoo example: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=21564. Continue brushing her frequently as you are doing because this will help to spread natural oils throughout her hair in an attempt to minimize scaling. If this issue worsens, Bailey should be examined by her vet to assure that there is not a more systemic cause of this issue. I hope this helps and that all goes well!

Is my dog's anxiety linked to her recurring dry, flaky skin?

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