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Step 1
Over-the-counter remedy. If your dog is itching but no fleas can be found, the itching may be caused by hay fever and can be treated with an antihistamine such as Benadryl. Most veterenarians recommend giving one to three milligrams for every pound of weight of your dog. Ask your vet for precise dosing instructions.
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Step 2
A cool bath. For temporary relief from itching, a cool bath can soothe your itchy dogy. The relief will last from several hours to several days. Keep the dog in the cool water for about 10 minutes.
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Step 3
An oatmeal bath. Dog itching but no fleas can be remedied the natural way. Wash your dog with oatmeal shampoo or put colloidal oatmeal in the bath water. Aveeno is a popular colloidal oatmeal bath that can be used. If you don't have colloidal oatmeal, use regualar oatmeal tied up in an old sock so the water can run through it.
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Step 4
Moisturizer. Use a moisturizer like Alpha-Keri Oil to relieve itchy skin. Dilute it in the bath water or use it as an after-bath rinse. One tablespoon per galon of water works well. It can also be used as a once-a-week spray for your dog to help relieve the itching problem.
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Step 5
Pet supplements. Pet supplements with essential fatty acids can help calm itchy skin while adding shine to their coat. Lineoleic acid is a popular ingredient in the supplements that are available in pet stores.
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Step 6
For more natural solutions to your dog's health problems, refer to the resource link for the ebook "Heal Your Dog Naturally".
Comments
leduncan said
on 11/28/2009 Good info. My Golden Retriever suffers from these very symptoms and we struggle with giving her some kind of relief every year. We know its allergies, give her Benadryl, and some supplements. Oatmeal bath is a good idea, we'll try it!
deanneorear said
on 11/19/2009 Great info my doogie thanks you! 5*
PBreech said
on 11/19/2009 Grea tip! Over-the-counter remedy. could save me lots of money since my dog does have a Itching problem. 5*
ajh1980 said
on 11/5/2009 Great advice!! I have an itchy dog, and will try these things on him!!
swedding said
on 10/26/2009 Excelent advice, I had no idea that my dogs could have Benadryl! Thanks for sharing the tips!