Why is my puppy scratching his belly so much, even when touched?

Puppies can lick at their bellies for a number of reasons, including normal behavior and occasional itches, allergies (unlikely in such a young puppy), fleas, ringworm, mange, among others. If Daisy's skin does not appear irritated and she is only licking rarely, this is likely not a cause for concern. Otherwise, make sure she is receiving a high quality flea/tick preventative regularly, such as Nexgard, Bravecto or Advantix. If the licking continues, she should be examined by her vet because excess licking can cause the development of skin infections.

You will need to take your dog to a veterinarian for a skin exam. Your dog could be suffering from an allergy, mites, fleas, a bacterial or fungal infection. each of these requires a different treatment, so it is important to find out what is causing the itch. Your vet will do a thorough exam and maybe a a skin scrape. He will then discuss the options with you and then prescribe medications, possibly give an injection to stop the itching.

At her age I would be concerned she has mange (scabies) due to the itching and locations. It is hard to find and actually mite on them but very easy to treat just to be safe. Some puppies get a puppy pyoderma which is little pustules and bumps on their bellies. Most out grow this but few need antibiotics to help when it occurs. She is young to have allergies but it is not impossible. I would have your vet recheck the skin for mange and do weekly baths to help

Sometimes an oatmeal-based or antihistamine based shampoo works well for itching. Your pet supply store may also have a leave on lotion that helps.Occasionally we start pets on medication for allergies although your Iyla is somewhat young to start that. Also adding in omega-3 fatty acid's like fish oil supplements help with itching although it can take 2 to 3 weeks to see the full effect. Another option is to talk to your veterinarian about a short course of steroids. Unfortunately steroids are prescription medications and had to be prescribed by your active veterinarian. I am somewhat concerned that your dog could have a bacterial skin infection with the open sores from scratching. If so she may need antibiotics for that to heal.

It sounds like Bebo may have some allergies or possibly fleas. Be sure that she is on appropriate flea medication for her age and size and point out her itchiness at her next puppy vaccination visit. Golden retrievers can be prone to multiple types of allergies and the sooner it gets under control the better. Other possibilities in a pod be doing played mange and ringworm so be sure to have the vet check it out. I hope she gets some relief soon thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach

That looks bad! This scratching can be caused by fleas, mites, ringworm, or allergies. If Lola isn't up to date on her flea treatment, I can give you one for her. First, I would give her Capstar. It's a one time pill that starts killing fleas within 30 minutes. Then follow up with a spot on treatment, such as Advantage or Revolution. This is a treatment that has to be used once a month. You will also have to disinfect the environment. Wash her bedding in hot soapy water, and vacuum the furniture and carpet surfaces. You can use a spray to kill fleas in the house, such as Indorex, or a flea bomb would work well to kill the fleas in the home. If she is up to date on her flea treatment, I recommend taking her into the vet for an exam today or tomorrow. The vet can do blood tests, skin scrapings, and use a Wood's lamp to diagnose allergies, mites, and ringworm. Once the cause of the itching is found, the vet can prescribe the appropriate treatment.

You will need to put an e-collar on your dog , so she does not scratch herself bloody. Your dog could be suffering from an allergy, mites, fleas, a bacterial or fungal infection. each of these requires a different treatment, so it is important to find out what is causing the itch. take your dog to a veterinarian or Pet ER for a skin exam. lease take your dog to a veterinarian for a skin exam. Your vet will do a thorough exam and maybe a a skin scrape. He will then discuss the options with you and then prescribe medications, possibly give an injection to stop the itching.