Summer is Here, and So Are Summer Allergens! Is Allergy the Reason for My Dog’s Itchiness?

Just like humans, pets can develop seasonal allergies as well. In the veterinary world, we see pets come in often during the spring and summer months with allergy symptoms, as pollen is in the air, and on the ground! Have you noticed your dog becoming itchy? Are they scratching, chewing, or licking excessively? Sometimes pet […]
What are the Signs of Itchiness in Dogs?

Itchiness (also called pruritus) is the sensation that induces an animal or human to itch itself locally or over large areas of the skin. It can be caused by various ailments including underlying allergies, skin infection by bacteria or yeast, as well as due to sudden trauma such as an insect bite. Itchiness in dogs […]