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What to do for dog allergies: itching, paw licking, goopy eyes?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | neutered | 3 years and 11 months old | 95 lbs

Can I give my dog singular for his allergies? We don't have benadryl on hand and can't get to the vet. He is a full grown German Shepherd and he constantly licks his paws, we have checked them and there is nothing in them. And he is constantly itching himself, he doesnt have fleas or ticks. He also gets goopy eyes and irritated ears alot.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 18th, 2019

Unfortunately, it's illegal for me to recommend giving Stitch any medication, including OTC meds, without seeing him in person. You can try giving him an oatmeal bath to see if that helps temporarily. Talk to his vet in the morning. Best of luck.

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