Say you have an itch that just won't stop. What you will
most likely do (after almost scratching your skin off!) is
go directly to the nearest pharmacy and ask the pharmacist
for the most potent cortisone or antihistamine that their
store has. Then you lather or drink that drug up like there
is no tomorrow.
Having an excruciating back ache or a smashing headache is
a nuisance but if you have a skin rash you feel very, very
itchy and it's like you're in living hell and your nails
aren't doing justice to what you feel.
Now imagine the same unbearable skin rash, only this time,
you cannot go to your favorite pharmacy and you cannot just
tell a doctor to treat you up because you cannot speak.
Sounds like a real dreadful situation? Well, this is how
your four-legged bundle of joy actually feels when he or
she has a dog skin rash!
Causes
Dog skin rashes are very difficult to treat because you
never know what causes them. So, really the best thing you
can do for your beloved dog is to prevent the skin rashes
from occurring. Here are some ways on how you can avoid
this from happening:
1. The number one cause of dog skin rashes are external dog
parasites such as ticks, fleas, lice and mites. To avoid
these external parasites, do not let your dog play with
strangers' pets unless you are sure they are not infected.
Always keep your furry friend's house parasite free by
cleaning it well and in case that parasites do attack,
treat your dog with a tick and flea shampoo or cream.
2. Internal parasites can also cause dog skin rashes so to
avoid intestinal parasites, make sure that both the water
and food that your loyal dog takes in are clean.
3. Comb or brush the coat of your dog regularly especially
if your pup has thick and long hair. Tangled hair can cause
the skin to become irritated which can lead to scratching.
4. Find a shampoo that does not dry out your dog's skin if
you like to bathe your doggie regularly.
5. Make sure you buy good quality dog chow to boost your
dog's immune system. Commercial grade dog food is usually
just filled with extenders that have no additional
nutritional value unlike good dog food.
Solution
But a dog cannot avoid skin rashes forever. Even if you are
the most attentive, cleanest and most caring dog parent, he
or she will still get skin rashes at one point in his or
her doggie life. So what do you do in times when your furry
friend is scratching and gnawing at his or her skin like
crazy?
1. First of all, give your dog a bath. Find a shampoo that
is both medicinal and at the same time, anti tick and fleas.
2. Check the food that your dog eats. If you've just
changed your dog's food brand, and he or she seems to have
acquired the habit of scratching, then you may need to buy
your old brand back because the new one is making your poor
pooch itch. Better yet, consider some of the natural diets.
Type in "BARF diet" on the Internet and you'll find a lot
of great resources. Keep in mind that certain breeds are
pre-disposed to certain allergies (I.e. Shih Tzus tend to
be allergic to chicken). If, in any doubt, talk to a
holistic minded veterinarian or nutritionist who can show
you the proper meal plan.
3. Some dogs are itching because they are restless. Giving
your dog enough exercise might just do the trick.
4. You may also consider purchasing products that
specialize in treating dog skin rashes. There are a variety
out there but one of the most effective ones I've ever seen
contains the Mayan traditional herb Tepezcohuite. (In fact,
I was so impressed with its natural abilities that I
created an all-natural dog balm called K9 KlearUp around
this compound - www.k9klearup.com. It's guaranteed to help
clear up the 17 most common canine skin and coat problems).
So there you have it, some simple solutions to help get rid
of a severe dog skin problem: skin rashes. Your dog should
be wagging his tail again in no time!
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Brandon Roe is the author of "The Official Dog Coat and
Skin Care Guide", a comprehensive guide to help your dog
maintain a beautiful and healthy coat and clear skin. Get
your FREE copy today at http://www.k9klearup.com/guide .
He is also the developer of K9 KlearUp, the worlds only pet
balm that helps clear up the 17 most common canine skin and
coat problems... Guaranteed or your money back.
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