If You Have Dogs, This Might Concern You

Overindulgent Scratching or Licking

Is your dog suddenly licking or itching as though they have fleas in their fur? Excessive licking of the stomach, rump scratching, paw biting, or hot spot chewing should not be ignored! This agitated conduct shouts, "I'm itching like mad! Your poor dog is irritated by something. In addition to being commonplace symptoms like bug bites or dry skin, they can also be indicators of hidden medical conditions, including food allergies, hormone abnormalities, parasites, or skin infections.

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See the veterinarian right away rather than trying to stop them with an Elizabethan collar! Your veterinarian can help your hound's terrible case of scratchies with examinations and therapy. The prognosis is one content dog, wagging its tail in blissful relief!

Unsteadiness or Trouble Performing Regular Movements

Don't ignore your dog if they begin to stumble or move abnormally. These alterations may indicate a serious problem. A limp could be the result of a minor ailment, such as a painful foot, but balance issues could indicate a major brain or nerve injury.

Therefore, you should take your dog to the vet as soon as possible if they seem to be having trouble walking straight. Ignorance can lead to worse problems that are more difficult to treat. Thus, take your dog to the vet as soon as possible if they begin to move awkwardly or steadily, as if they were walking on a tightrope.