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Friday, March 5, 2010

Antihistamines for Canine Itching


We have experienced this in our own dogs and know the benefit of using antihistamines for their treatment. It is essentially no different to allergies in humans, and for the dog, can be just as debilitating.
If this itching is left untreated, they can cause sores and infections. If you are unsure of the source of the itching, it is alwasy best to confirm with your local vet as the source will then determine the treatment method required such as antibiotics, topical creams, flea treatments or the use of nutritional supplements to encourage hydrated skin etc.
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via VetInfo.com RSS Feed on 3/03/10

Canine itching is a common symptom of a large number of dog conditions and ailments. Nearly all dogs experience at least one episode of excessive itching over the course of their life, and antihistamines are the preferred method of treating these cases. While not effective in every situation, antihistamines can help to reduce skin irritation and inflammation that leads to excessive itchiness in dogs.

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