My dog's sensitive skin causes scratching and paw licking. Solutions?

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Hello, I really need some help! My dog has always had very sensitive skin. At first we noticed lots of scratching so we took him to a vet. They prescribed temiral p which did help a litte, although we began to noticed him living and biting his paws. I tried to ask the vet why he was still doing that and all she recommended was to wipe his paws every time he comes in from outside. I stopping giving Milo the medication prescribed to see if I could find a something better for his skin. Please help! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 26 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Milo may need a medication like Apoquel or Cytopoint if he's suffering from allergies causing the licking and biting of his paws. I'd take him back into the vet to see if that is something that may help him.

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