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My senior dog is scratching and shedding. What shampoo for allergies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chinese Shar-Pei | Male | 9 years and 9 months old | 50 lbs

I have a 10 yr old shar pei that has started scratching like mad and hair is shedding. What can I bathe him in to help with I am assuming allergies?

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 3rd, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Mr. Wrinkles. I would start by bathing him with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner such as an oatmeal or fatty acid based formula. Hylyt is a good option. You can do this twice per week. However, if this does not control the itching, she will need to see her veterinarian. She may require antibiotics if the skin has become infected from the scratching and medication to co trol the itching. I hope this information helps!

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