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My dog won't stop scratching, has a rash, and itchy ears. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 3 months old | 12 lbs

My dog wont stop scratching his eyes and legs his had a rash and it's getting worsed and he wont let me put anything he beats when I put alcohol I dont wya else to do it's getting worsed he be scratching his ears and he has something in his ears I'm getting really worried about all that

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on August 3rd, 2018

This is probably an allergic reaction due to an insect bite or a plant outside. those reactions tend to resolve within 48 hours without treatment. if the itchiness becomes too severe or if your dog is lethargic, take Chico to the vet in order to get an antihistamine or steroid injection which will stop the allergic reaction.

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