My dog's skin allergies are so bad he's scratching until he bleeds.

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My dog since moving to Massachusetts, has some serious skin allergies and he has been scratching to the point of bleeding. What would you recommend? Pet's info: Dog | American Cocker Spaniel | Male | neutered | 8 years and 8 months old | 34 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Peyton! It looks like has a secondary bacterial infection from the allergies which makes the itching worse. I would see your vet for an exam and antibiotics. Your vet will also be able to provide him with some stronger ant-itch meds like steroids or apoquel. Unfortunately I do not think Benadryl will be strong enough since he is itching that much! I hope this helps!

My dog's skin allergies are so bad he's scratching until he bleeds.

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