My hypoallergenic dog is itching and licking with spots. Is it allergies?

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Our dog has been itching and licking like crazy and he has spots near his genital area. Our dog is hypoallergenic and he was with my dogs at home so we think he may just be allergic to my other dogs. We got him medicated itch relief shampoo but I’m just worried. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | neutered | 15 lbs

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Itchiness can be caused by various reasons such as fleas, mites ,fungal infection, bacterial infection and allergies. the first 4 needs to be ruled out before we start treating for allergies. in order to do that first de-flea Gumbo with a high quality flea treatment such as advantage spot on, if it doesn't help - take him to the vet in order to check for/treat the other possibilities. If everything is ruled out, then an allergy treatment can be started. Usually an hypoallergenic food is a good way to start together with anti histamines. if it doesn't help - the best solution is a medication called Apoquel which treats allergies with great success and without side effects.

My hypoallergenic dog is itching and licking with spots. Is it allergies?

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