I got her a cone so she couldn't bite her back but now she scratches with her foot.I've put stuff to stop the inching but she won't stop!She just got better but then started again!What do I do?She would be so beautiful if she just stopped!
2007-03-28 09:52:11 · 13 answers · asked by ~*Jaye*~ 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
First off, take her to your vet. Some dogs, like my father's Australian Shepherd have skin conditions not too different than exema in humans. This causes them to scratch, which is a dog's natural reaction, and she won't stop scratching until the problem is gone, even if she scratches so much that her fur is gone and she actually starts bleeding. It is a compulsive habit for dogs. My dad's dog scratches and bites her back right above the tail, and she is always going bald in that spot. The vet might tell you that she needs something like a Cortizone shot, but that is up to them to make that call, they are the professionals.
Something more simple, have you noticed fleas on her? Sometimes fleas are very good at hiding, making you think they aren't there. Do you take her many places with you? Alot of the time the way flea infestations start and become a problem is when you take the dog to an unfamiliar location and they pick up a few. All it takes is a couple of fleas to start laying eggs in her fur and around your house. Fleas are a major factor in dogs scratching and biting themselves since it is nearly impossible for her to bite and scratch them off. My suggestion would be to wash anything she has regular contact with, couches and carpet are a haven for fleas, so you should vacuum them thoroughly. If the problem persists, take her to the vet and see what they might think is the problem.
2007-03-28 10:08:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Animals usually bite or scratch because of dry skin, a parasite, or allergies. Dry skin can be caused by over bathing. Parasites are found in different places around the globe and can usually be treated by bathing then in a medicated rinse. Allergies are caused by the same things that cause humans allergies and can be treated with a shot from your local vet. The shot can only be given once every four months though. I suggest you go to your local vet and them assess the situation, better safe than sorry.
2007-03-28 10:02:20 · answer #2 · answered by Ash 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-02 22:59:52 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your chihuahua either has fleas or some form of mange. Take her to the vet to find out what the problem is and what to do about it. She may need coal tar shampoo baths or cortisone injections. My late dog had mange and had to have both. After years of treatment, all we could do was keep it under control. We moved to a colder climate, (not for his sake, just happened that way) and it stopped, but the hair on his tail and hindquarters never did grow back.
2007-03-28 10:01:55 · answer #4 · answered by pessimoptimist 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog may have fleas or a skin condition of some kind. Since she is causing sores on herself I would recommend getting her to the vet..There are some different over the counter meds for dry, itchy, or irritated skin that you could try also.
2007-03-28 10:01:48 · answer #5 · answered by Wyatt's mama 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like your dog has allergies or hot spots. If your dog has epilepsy or any skin conditions.your vet. has medications for all of these. My dog licked and sometimes bit her leg and it turned out to be because of pain. It was arthritis but there are meds for that too. Just things to consider. Good Luck to you both
2007-03-28 10:04:47 · answer #6 · answered by kdh&J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take her to the vet, This is the best option. They can prescribe some meds for her instead of just over the counter stuff. Seriously, the best thing for your pretty baby is to take her to her doctor.
2007-03-28 09:55:44 · answer #7 · answered by Jenny B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should get her checked out to make sure she doens't have fleas or something else. She could have dry skin and you will need to give her treatments to help with that.
2007-03-28 09:56:43 · answer #8 · answered by Christina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Jenny B. She could be have dry skin, fleas or allergies, you vet should be able to tell you.
2007-03-28 09:59:51 · answer #9 · answered by tymaboy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog use to do that because she had fleas but try helping her inching it.....Try getting her some flea medications or something you might not even know your dog has fleas I didn't
2007-03-28 09:56:35 · answer #10 · answered by Giovanna R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋