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Itchy dog helper

Why is my dog itchy?

Five calm questions. A direction, not a diagnosis.

Hachiko’s rule: severe, painful, or infected-looking? Skip the internet, call your vet.

Question 1 of 5

Where is your dog itching most?

Pick everything that applies.

Paws, toes, or licking feet Ears or head shaking Belly, armpits, or groin Back, tail base, or rump All over One hot spot or wound-like area

What do you see on the skin?

Pick everything that applies.

Redness or inflamed skin Bad smell, greasy skin, or ear odor Dry flakes or dull coat Hair loss, scabs, or sores Fleas, flea dirt, or lots of rump scratching Nothing obvious, just scratching

How long has this been going on?

Pick one. We move on automatically.

Suddenly, within a few days Comes and goes seasonally More than a few weeks Not sure

Any recent changes?

Pick everything that applies.

New food, treat, chew, or supplement New shampoo, laundry, floor cleaner, or spray More grass, pollen, swimming, hiking, or park time Missed or changed flea prevention More stress, boredom, or licking when alone No clear change

Any red flags?

Be honest here. This changes the advice.

Open wound, bleeding, pus, swelling, or hot painful skin Ear pain, strong ear smell, or head tilt Severe distress, cannot sleep, or constant scratching Low energy, feverish, vomiting, or not eating None of these

Select at least one

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Where is your dog itching most?

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How long has this been going on?

Any recent changes?

Any red flags?

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