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How to soothe my dog's dry itchy skin after flea shampoo?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 3 years and 1 month old

What can I apply to my dog’s skin that is dry/itchy? We were battling fleas recently, and I think his skin has gotten super dry from flea shampoos.. Please advise. Thank you.

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on June 11th, 2019

You can try aloe or a soothing lotion made for dogs. Fatty acid supplements are also helpful but may take 1 month to see results. Flea shampoos are inadequate for flea protection and prevention since it only removes fleas that live on the dog. For every flea on the dog there are 9 more in the house/environment! Oral or topical preventatives are necessary when battling fleas.

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