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Dog Symptom Guide

Dog Itching

Itching is often allergies or parasites; intense scratching can become infected.

What to do now

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Red flags: Facial swelling or breathing trouble, Open, bleeding skin lesions

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Red flags: Severe nonstop scratching, Hot spots, pus, or bad odor

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Schedule an exam to identify the trigger.

Red flags: Recurring itch without acute distress, Seasonal pattern

Monitor Monitor

Monitor and avoid suspected irritants.

Red flags: Mild short-term itch, No skin damage

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