My puppy has itchy skin. What home remedies or treatments can I try?

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What kind of treatment can I use on my pups itch skin. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | 1 year and 3 months old

Ana M, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Candy. She should really see her veterinarian for a skin scrape. This is a procedure used to detect the presence of mites within the hair follicles of the dog. If this is the case, she will need a medication to control the mites. You can try a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner such as an oatmeal or fatty acid based formula to improve skin quality. The other option is to try a follicular flushing shampoo such as benzoyl peroxide formula. This will help if mites are the cause. However, she would still need a prescription medication. I hope this information helps!

My puppy has itchy skin. What home remedies or treatments can I try?

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