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My dog has itchy dry skin and dandruff. What are effective remedies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 9 months and 20 days old | 15.6 lbs

My dog seems to have itchy dry skin and dandruff. What can I do to treat it? She is on Annamaet low fat food due to stomach sensitivities. I bathe her once a month with baby shampoo.

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on December 21st, 2017

You can try a few things to see if it helps Luna's skin. You could switch her food to Royal Canin or Nutro as these diets have additional additives for skin. You can also add in an essential fatty acid and washing her in an oatmeal shampoo as well as conditioner (use one for dogs). If you have any other questions, please post again!

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