Dog with itchy skin?

My dog just bites, chews and scratches all day. No fleas, we've always had him on Frontline. No mange, hot spots, ring worm... nothing like that. He seems to really focus on his feet and groin. Is there a product out there that is soothing to itchy skin for dogs? No shampoos because he is arthritic and I don't get him wet... help!

Dog with itchy skin?
In dogs, foot chewing = allergies


Allergies to something in the air (pollen, dust, etc) or elsewhere (food, grass, carpet, dog bed, etc etc).


Your vet can help figure it out.
Reply:He could have a thyroid problem that causes his skin to be itchy. Just to be sure, I would take him to the vet. Good luck!
Reply:Sulfadene works really well for skin irritation - nasty smelling, but very effective. Apply w/cotton balls. Can be found in the grocery store.
Reply:you might have an infection so you can either go see a doctor or buy something at the pharmacy
Reply:Allergies? it is possible he could be allergic to his food. Check with your vet.
Reply:Giving him a bath shouldn't hurt him...It would acually feel good. It is exactly what I do when I'm hurting. Just be gentle.
Reply:It's allergies. You can try to figure out what's causing it, but you should take him to a vet. They have special shampoo for that with antibiotics in it and will put him on allergy meds. He'll scratch and chew himself until he's bleeding and it will get infected.
Reply:What does being arthritic and getting wet have to do with eachother? My dog has both arthritis and chronic hot-spots. So lots of baths. My vet has never once said anything about not bathing her (in fact - just the opposite) - so you may want to check with your vet on that as perhaps shes just dirty!





Otherwise, try tea-tree oil. You can find it at most pet supply stores or on the web.
Reply:I don't see how a bath would hurt him, especially if you bathe him in warm water. It may even help his joints, my old dog 13 year old, loves a hot bath. But, that not what you asked... Why not try some baby powder on him, not talc, use the corn starch type. You could also try some of the hydocortisone creams to soothe that itch.
Reply:i suggest you talk to your vet on this one. your dog could have developed allergies,or some tyoe of dermatitis. there are various products out there,depending on what the problem is. some people have had good results using natural remedies and vitamins. my german shepherd ended up on steroids. it stopped her itching,but caused her to pee in her sleep!
Reply:WOW! I logged on because of the same reason. I saw your question and thought "I am not alone with a crazy dog" All she does is chew and bite....mostly her knuckles on her front paws, but tonight I noticed that her tail is chewed on both sides. I'm with you...HELP OUR DOGS! I hope you get an answer for both of us. Good Luck!
Reply:He could be allergic to his food - try a food with no grains. Fish oil in low doses can help soothe dry skin.
Reply:My ****** spaniel had terrible skin problems when I got her. She was forever itching and scratching. The vet thought it was mites, but the treatment he gave didn't work. We never had fleas so it wasn't that either. I finally ended up switching her food to Chicken Soup for the Dog Lovers Soul and within a few days her problems were gone! It ended up she was allergic to corn and wheat products, and now that its out of her diet we have no more problems!!!!!
Reply:try taking to a good vet or clinic its cheaper to. or go to petsmart and ask them Try skin so soft by avon and maybe some omega 3 and fish oil pills i here they work really well..good luck