What causes dog bad odor, hair loss, and constant itching/scratching?

Question

Have a Pekinese 9yrs old developed bad odor and hair loss on bk legs and front paws an tail. Tail are has swelling close to hips and feels rough an wrinkled. Took her to vet 8 times last yr, limited disability income an need help for her instead if run around I get from local vets. She is my life an I can't bear to see her constant chewing an scratching, breaks my heart.

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

It sounds like she could have a skin infection which may be caused by allergies. You could bathe her with a medicated dog shampoo and see if that helps but she may need an antibiotic, anti-histamine, and corticosteroid to help treat the problem. If she has allergies than she may need to stay on an anti-histamine long term. You could also try her on a hypoallergenic diet and see if it could be related to a food allergy. Also, inspect her for fleas as dogs can be allergic to fleas. Treat her with a flea prevention every month, like Frontline or NexGard.

What causes dog bad odor, hair loss, and constant itching/scratching?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

My pet keeps scratching its ear. What's causing this problem?

My degu has a white bump in its fur. Should I take my pet to the vet?

How do I safely fix my dog or cat's painful hangnail at home?

My pet's ear mite treatment isn't working. What else could it be?

Share