If external parasites, like fleas, have been ruled out and your pet still scratches non-stop, they likely have an underlying allergy or skin condition.

Allergies are common among pets, and dogs and cats are often allergic to the same things as humans. While pollen, dust mites, and ragweed might make you sneeze, though, they’re more likely to manifest as itchy skin in your furry friend.

Food allergies also cause itchiness. Many dogs and cats are allergic to beef and or chicken byproducts, wheat, soy, dairy, and/or corn.

Pets can also suffer from skin conditions like mange and ringworm. Excessive scratching and chewing can cause secondary bacterial infections, too, so it’s important to address these problems as quickly as possible.

When you bring your pet to us for dermatology services, we will perform a physical examination and recommend diagnostic tests to determine the cause of the problem. From there, we’ll recommend treatments to make your furry friend more comfortable and improve their quality of life.