Why is my dog constantly itching, dragging butt, and biting skin?

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My dog has been contantly itiching like crazy, he also has been dragging his butt on the ground to the point where it bleeds He is also biting and licking his skin/fur. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 1 year and 3 months old | 12 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Cody! It sounds like he has a bad case of allergies. He could have fleas or allergic to something outside. He may also have mange, secondary yeast or bacterial infection. You could try to give him benadryl twice a day, start giving him calming baths using an anti-itch shampoo like duoxo calming shampoo, and start him on an omega 3 fatty acid to see if there is any improvement. I would also get him on a high quality flea preventative like comfortis, bravecto, or nexgard. See both links below for more info. If he isn't improving or if the area on his booty continues to bleed, I would have your vet look at him. Your vet will be able to determine the cause and get him started on the proper meds to help him feel better. They will also be able to start him on a strong allergy medicine like apoquel, cytopoint, or steroids. I hope this helps! https://www.petcoach.co/canigive/dog/benadryl/#! https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/vetri-science-laboratories-omega-3-6-9-dog-and-cat-gel-caps

Why is my dog constantly itching, dragging butt, and biting skin?

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