Why is my 10-year-old dog constantly itching and getting skin lumps?

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My 10 yr golden retriever/cocker spaniel mix is constantly itching. I live in Ohio. He takes sentrum spectrum heartworm/flea med. Monthly for 8 months out of the year. He has always been a paw licker, but now he is constantly scratching or licking his body. His stomach is now grey, and he is developing small lumps all over his body. My vet gave him antibiotics for 2/weeks, and didn't really care to go further. I'm worried it is his thyroid. He lives with a chi, and 3 cats that are fine Thanks. Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | neutered | 10 years and 1 month old | 37 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

If Airbud was suffering from hypothyroidism, you would see a dull and thin coat, with flaky skin. From your description, it sounds like to me like he might be suffering from allergies. A typical sign of allergies in dogs is paw licking. I would recommend having blood tests and intradermal skin tests done to determine if he does have allergies. If you feel your vet doesn't want to go further, I would see the opinion of another vet, or you can see if there is a veterinary dermatologist in your area that you can bring Airbud to in order to be seen and treated.

Why is my 10-year-old dog constantly itching and getting skin lumps?

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