At this stage, I don't know if it is the grains or the dry air. She hasn't broken the skin. Just scratches a lot. I just read up on the benefits of Flax seed oil for dogs. It sounds like something worth giving a try, since she doesn't have a rash, broken skin or redness, yet. I have had many furbabies over the years and no one has ever recommended this. I am going to give it a try!