My dog has been on Frontline for months now and with in the past month he has been itching alot. We gave him a bath the around the !st of Aug but used an all natural shampoo on him so that shouldn't of had anything to do with it. I don't like taking him to the vets unless I really have to, they charge you so much and my dog dosen't really like going either. If you've had the same problem with your dog or know of something that could help please let me know asap!! Thank you and have a great day!
2006-08-26 10:14:04 · 13 answers · asked by Amy Z 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Itching isn't just caused by fleas, it can be caused by thyroid issues, skin infections,fungus,dry skin,mites,allergies to enviornment or foods, etc.Causes can be varied. If you are feeding a low quality food that contains wheat, corn, soy or beet pulp try changing to a better quality food that doesn't have any of these ingredients. Try putting some fish oil or Olive oil in the food..if it is a food allergy or simply dry skin this will help if not then you will need to go to the vet and find the cause. Itching can become intense and a simple problem can become a more serious problem and costlier to treat.
2006-08-26 10:24:48 · answer #1 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
fleas may not be the problem. The allergy season is very bad. My 2 are chewing their paws. Vet said "allergies". You can give a dog a Benadryl to relieve itching. Use the childs dosage.
2006-08-26 17:20:12 · answer #2 · answered by Heidimax 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a reaction to the frontline - try changing the flea control or even try changing the way you administer it, as you can get frontline in many different forms! Hope this helps.
2006-08-26 17:22:15 · answer #3 · answered by waggy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See if their skin is red and rashy. Some dogs actually are allergic to the Frontline stuff. If so they will need to see a vet to get lotion.
2006-08-26 17:19:48 · answer #4 · answered by Pantherempress 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi... well i think it is an allergic reaction to his food.... my terrier had that same thing no fleas but alot of itching...and the vet said to change his food to lamb and rice and I did and he has stoped itching...... so check into that it might help but if not good luck.... abby
2006-08-26 17:30:45 · answer #5 · answered by Abby S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You pet may be having an adverse reaction to front line if you notice any hair loss take him/her to the vet and get the shampoo that stops it.
2006-08-26 17:21:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
frontline is great i use it on my dogs and cat, the itching could be from dry skin, i use an inexpencive dandruff shampoo (sauve) when my guys itch
2006-08-26 17:22:24 · answer #7 · answered by karolklien 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give him hydroquartozone that is an itch releif and he probably just has dry skinor if you cant go to the store then put some lotion on his skin and make sure you rub it in good
2006-08-26 17:18:51 · answer #8 · answered by Puddles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if he doesn't
t stop take to the vet .He might need a shot to stop the itching or some thing else.The vet can tell you.
2006-08-26 17:23:08 · answer #9 · answered by m_j_corker 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He might be mangy. Take him to the vet.
2006-08-27 10:37:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋