Skin problems in dogs

  Itchy Dog skin problems A number of problems which affect a lot of dogs, resulting in skin problems and lots of ways to help. TUESDAY, 19 JULY 2011 Itchy Dog Skin Problems This article is all about pruritus, eczema, dermatitis, skin inflammation, hot spots, allergies and mange in dogs and the causes, possible remedies and treatments available.  Please see my other blog here at: http://itchydogskin-naturalremedies.blogspot.com/2011/05/dog-itchy-skin-ingredients.html for home made recipes to help your dog’s skin. You need to find the best solution suitable for you, your dog and situation. Itchy, Scratchy Dog? Does your dog scratch, itch, lick his paws, shake his head as if he has water in his ears, chew or bite his skin? Any or all of these can be signs of skin or parasite problems. The proper medical term for a sensation within the skin that produces an urge to scratch, bite or lick, is called Pruritus. All dogs scratch at some time or other and for various reasons. If your d...