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5 Home Remedies for Your Dog’s Itchy Skin
4. Non-Shampoo Topicals There are also great products for itchy dogs that are a little harder to bathe regularly. For example, a mousse product can be helpful in maintaining your dog’s skin barrier without a lot of tub time. These products can be applied all over their body or just to problem areas, such as the armpits and lower belly. Many veterinary dermatologists also recommend spot-on therapies like Dermoscent® to moisturize dry, flaky skin and help prevent bacterial infections. If your pup suffers from hot spots, in addition to a medication prescribed by your vet to treat the health issue, a topical spay like Vetericyn® Plus may help soothe itchy skin while your pup recovers. ,One of the most frustrating things to manage in our canine companions is itchiness. Though the occasional scratch at the ears or collar is very normal for dogs, truly itchy dogs will scratch and lick constantly. This behavior is not only annoying for both dog and pet parent, but it can lead to painful skin infections and hot spots if allowed to continue. Itchiness (also called pruritus) has many potential causes. Most commonly, itchy dogs are allergic to something in their environment or food. Parasites like fleas, ticks, and mites (mange) can also make pets very itchy. Some dogs may be born with dry, flaky skin, which can lead to mild pruritus. If your dog’s skin is itchy, some at-home treatments may help. But consult your veterinarian if your pup’s skin doesn’t start to feel better, as treating skin disease can get quite complicated.
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8 Vet-Approved Home Remedies for Your Cat (And When To Take Your Kitty to the Vet)
For many pet parents, getting your cat to the vet is a stressful experience—both for you and your kitty. But if your cat is showing signs of illness or discomfort, schedule an appointment with your vet ASAP. Cats are good at hiding when they’re not feeling well, so if something doesn’t seem right, things are likely more serious than they seem. That said, there are a few issues you can try to address at home while you wait for your vet appointment.
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Litter box cleaning may need to be more frequent for senior cats. Kidney disease is extremely common in older cats and results in greater and more frequent urination. Cleaning the box frequently also allows you to monitor for issues like constipation or diarrhea, which can be more common as cats age. ,Thanks to advances in medicine and nutrition, cats are capable of living long lives—often well into their teenage years or, in some cases, into their early 20s. But it’s important to remember that most cats are considered seniors when they turn 10 years old. Though age itself is not an illness, many of these older cats will have physical and mental changes that require some adjustments to their care—and many of these care changes involve the home. Here are some ways to make sure your senior cat is as happy and healthy as possible.
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