Do you have a puppy that scratches non-stop?
It is very common to see pups scratching, especially when they are young and their skin is still quite sensitive. To help reduce the scratching, there are a couple of things you can do to help to reduce their irritation:
- Ensure they are on a very effective monthly flea preventative like Simparica Trio. It is so important that every dog and cat in your household is on this every month of the year, especially if you live in the warmer parts of Australia.
- Feed your puppy a high-quality diet like Hill's Science Diet Puppy Food. This will support their development and reduce any possible skin irritation. View the full range of food for puppies from VetProductsDirect here.
- Use a soothing shampoo and conditioner like Aloveen. View our full range of shampoos and conditioners for puppies here.
- Ensure your puppies bedding is made from a low-allergy material such as cotton (rather than synthetics) and reduce the amount of exposure to garden plants and long grasses as they may also be causing irritation.
Caring for your puppy in this way will help them maintain their skin health and try keeping them as comfortable as possible. If you continue to see your puppy itch it is important to speak with your vet as soon as possible.
