- Visit your veterinarian before attempting home remedies to make sure your dog's itchy nose is not the result of a medical condition. If your dog has a condition such as a fungus or bacterial growth on his nose, your vet will likely prescribe you an ointment to treat his condition. Your veterinarian will also be able to tell if there is a cause for your dog's itchiness that you might not have been aware of. For instance, your dog's problem could be in his mouth and because he cannot reach his mouth, he might rub his nose in an attempt to ease his discomfort.
- Apply petroleum jelly or a similar substance, with your veterinarian's approval, to your dog's itchy nose if it is excessively dry or cracked. Doing this should help relieve the dryness and help make his nose less itchy.
- Clean your home to remove any possible irritants that might be causing your dog's nose to itch. Vacuum often, and avoid carpet fresheners or deodorizers. Remember that your dog stands a lot closer to the ground than you do and will use his nose as his main vehicle of exploration, so he will likely come into contact with everything on the floor.
- Wash his food and water dishes daily. A dog's bowls provide great breeding grounds for bacteria, especially if they are not cleaned often. Consider using stainless steel bowls that are easy to clean and less likely to contain potentially irritating components that plastic or ceramic bowls might be made with.
- Observe your dog's coat. If his skin is dry and flaky in addition to his nose, he might benefit from a supplement such as fish oil or a food containing omega-3 for the overall health of his skin and nose.
- Consider switching your dog's brand of food to an allergy-free formula to see if that makes a difference in his itchiness. Visit your local pet store to learn about different allergy-free dog foods that are available.
