His age is important because a young pup doesn't develop food allergies, but as they get older, they can develop an allergy to a food that they eaten all their lives. Corn may be the cause of itching for those dogs who have allergies, and many dog foods contain corn, so you might want to check this. Bathing can also be a cause, it's important to use a dog shampoo, and rinse thoroughly, human shampoos have a different pH, and even human baby shampoos can dry out the skin too much. Joey's breeder also advised me to use a good conditioner after shampooing; this conditions the skin as well as the hair. I would call the vet, and maybe he would recommend something, like benadryl. The problem with excessive itching is that it can cause more itching and secondary infections, so you want to get this in check ASAP. |