How to Heal Dry Skin in a Boxer Dog
Like humans, boxer dogs can get dry skin on their feet or other body parts, especially during winter months when indoor heat evaporates moisture from the skin. Eliminating dry skin on boxer dogs can be as simple as it would be for humans. A variety of natural remedies can help, as can other products manufactured to ensure that your boxer doesn't get dry skin during the colder seasons.
Things You'll Need
- Brush
- Moisturizing shampoo
- Pet Alive Skin and Coat Tonic or other tonic with herbal extracts such as horsetail, dandelion, spirulina and fucus
Instructions
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Try the natural approach first by simply taking the time to brush your boxer's fur. This improves blood flow to the skin.
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Bathe your boxer with a moisturizing shampoo specifically formulated for pets.
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Tonics such as Pet Alive Skin and Coat Tonic can be ingested orally by your boxer. These products not only promote healthy skin but also help improve other aspects of a dog's health. Capsules should be taken daily based on your dog's size for two to three weeks.
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Tips & Warnings
Before using any tonic or holistic approach to caring for dry skin, consult your vet.
Avoid using tonics if you are pregnant or nursing.
Do not use along with prescription anti-inflammatory medication.
References
- Photo Credit boxer image by Otmar Smit from Fotolia.com
