I have 2 puppies and they are the cutest things, but they both have really dry skin. I have tried using huggies baby shampoo on both of them because it is so gentle, but they are constantly scratching. I know they do not have fleas. It is impossible to put lotion on a dog. any suggestions?
2007-02-24 02:11:54 · 5 answers · asked by samantha 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
You vet will give you dermatitis medicine you should use visit your vet because it might be dermatitis. And it can spread from animal to animal so get them in a soon as possible.
2007-02-24 02:20:10 · answer #1 · answered by Kenster102.5 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first thing is, STOP BATHING THEM. When you shampoo them, you're taking out their natural oils and it's not good to bathe a dog much. Once or twice a year is enough barring mishaps.
I was told this by my vet when I had to take my dog in after he's been hit by a truck.
2007-02-24 04:11:44 · answer #2 · answered by Kevin A 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you should change their diet. Eggs are healthy for their coat, and i think that too much shampoo acts as a drying agent on dogs fur. Try washing them less.
2007-02-24 02:17:40 · answer #3 · answered by layla 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Instead of putting lotion on them, increase the humidity in your home and buy a skin supplement to add to their food, or you could add a tablespoon of cooking oil to their food.
2007-02-24 02:17:15 · answer #4 · answered by rustybones 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to clean them with cool water
2007-02-24 02:19:09 · answer #5 · answered by Name goes here 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋