<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" > <channel><title>Comments on: Dog Itching, Scratching, &amp; Skin Allergies</title> <atom:link href="http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://shibashake.com/dog</link> <description>Dog Tips, Care &#38; Training</description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 14:24:07 +0000</lastBuildDate> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1</generator> <item><title>By: shibashake</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-83081</link> <dc:creator>shibashake</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 14:20:22 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-83081</guid> <description><![CDATA[I believe so. Some types of spider bites can cause an allergic reaction in some dogs.&lt;blockquote&gt;Insect bite allergy is the exaggerated inflammatory response to the bite or sting of an insect. Arachnids such as &lt;strong&gt;spiders&lt;/strong&gt; and ticks, and Insects including fleas, blackflies, deerflies, horseflies, mosquitoes, ants, bees, hornets and wasps, and arachnids such as &lt;strong&gt;spiders&lt;/strong&gt; and ticks can  cause an allergic reaction in sensitive dogs. ~~[&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.vcahospitals.com/main/pet-health-information/article/animal-health/allergy-general-in-dogs/428&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow&quot;&gt;VCA Animal Hospitals&lt;/a&gt;]&lt;/blockquote&gt;]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I believe so. Some types of spider bites can cause an allergic reaction in some dogs.</p><blockquote><p>Insect bite allergy is the exaggerated inflammatory response to the bite or sting of an insect. Arachnids such as <strong>spiders</strong> and ticks, and Insects including fleas, blackflies, deerflies, horseflies, mosquitoes, ants, bees, hornets and wasps, and arachnids such as <strong>spiders</strong> and ticks can  cause an allergic reaction in sensitive dogs.<br /> ~~[<a href="http://www.vcahospitals.com/main/pet-health-information/article/animal-health/allergy-general-in-dogs/428" rel="nofollow">VCA Animal Hospitals</a>]</p></blockquote> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Barbara</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-83000</link> <dc:creator>Barbara</dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 20:40:12 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-83000</guid> <description><![CDATA[Does anyone know if it is possible for a dog to be allergic to spiders, we have hundreds in our garden it seems to be the last thing we have not kept her away from to determine her terrible skini irritation. Babs]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Does anyone know if it is possible for a dog to be allergic to spiders, we have hundreds in our garden it seems to be the last thing we have not kept her away from to determine her terrible skini irritation. Babs</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Anonymous</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-80460</link> <dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:21:32 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-80460</guid> <description><![CDATA[Hi Shieba is doing fine thanks and yes i took her to the vet but everythig is ok till now. :) i don&#039;t think she ate a lot of cream etc i dont think she stupid enough to mix the taste material with something delicious  :) ... Thanks for your response and time again :)]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi<br /> Shieba is doing fine thanks and yes i took her to the vet but everythig is ok till now. <img src='http://d2yedvk0boln24.cloudfront.net/dog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> i don&#8217;t think she ate a lot of cream etc i dont think she stupid enough to mix the taste material with something delicious <img src='http://d2yedvk0boln24.cloudfront.net/dog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> &#8230; Thanks for your response and time again <img src='http://d2yedvk0boln24.cloudfront.net/dog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: shibashake</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-79825</link> <dc:creator>shibashake</dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:24:12 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-79825</guid> <description><![CDATA[Hello Angelique,How is Shieba doing? From what you describe, it sounds like skin irritation, likely from the gel, cream, or powder. I would be most concerned about her eating some of the stuff, and having that cause physical issues. Was there a lot of gel, cream, or powder left when you got home? Was most of it on the floor? Do you think she ate a lot of it or was she mostly just playing with the stuff?When in doubt, I usually bring my dog in to see the vet just to make sure that everything is ok.Hugs to Shieba. Hope she is feeling better.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello Angelique,</p><p>How is Shieba doing? From what you describe, it sounds like skin irritation, likely from the gel, cream, or powder. I would be most concerned about her eating some of the stuff, and having that cause physical issues. Was there a lot of gel, cream, or powder left when you got home? Was most of it on the floor? Do you think she ate a lot of it or was she mostly just playing with the stuff?</p><p>When in doubt, I usually bring my dog in to see the vet just to make sure that everything is ok.</p><p>Hugs to Shieba. Hope she is feeling better.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Angelique</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-79547</link> <dc:creator>Angelique</dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:04:02 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-79547</guid> <description><![CDATA[Hi i found this site and it seems very interesting ... I have a 3 month old siberian husky named shieba ( with a coinsidence) :) .. Today we just had an accident and i really need a help, i left her home alone and somehow she was able to open the bathroom and she grabed hair gel, bath sponge, hair removal cream , powder and some tishues, i called my vet and she told me to observe her and to inform  them if i see some reaction like bad smell from her mouth. Now i&#039;m noticing that she does not have the bad smell but she&#039;s sneezing a lot and she looks itching her neck.. Right now is very late in malta as i can&#039;t contact again and i&#039;m looking forward for some help.. Thanks a lot  and pls help :/]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi i found this site and it seems very interesting &#8230; I have a 3 month old siberian husky named shieba ( with a coinsidence) <img src='http://d2yedvk0boln24.cloudfront.net/dog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> .. Today we just had an accident and i really need a help, i left her home alone and somehow she was able to open the bathroom and she grabed hair gel, bath sponge, hair removal cream , powder and some tishues, i called my vet and she told me to observe her and to inform  them if i see some reaction like bad smell from her mouth. Now i&#8217;m noticing that she does not have the bad smell but she&#8217;s sneezing a lot and she looks itching her neck.. Right now is very late in malta as i can&#8217;t contact again and i&#8217;m looking forward for some help.. Thanks a lot  and pls help :/</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: shibashake</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-74245</link> <dc:creator>shibashake</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 24 Mar 2013 22:14:51 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-74245</guid> <description><![CDATA[There can be a variety of reasons for skin allergies and hair loss. First, I try to identify the cause of my dog&#039;s allergy. Once I identify the cause, then I can come up with an effective treatment or solution.To do this, I take my Sibe to the vet, to rule out skin parasites, and get my vet&#039;s advice on next steps.Next, I may look at other contributing factors, for example examine my dog&#039;s diet, stool, and routine. These will indicate whether the cause is dietary or environmental in nature.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There can be a variety of reasons for skin allergies and hair loss. First, I try to identify the cause of my dog&#8217;s allergy. Once I identify the cause, then I can come up with an effective treatment or solution.</p><p>To do this, I take my Sibe to the vet, to rule out skin parasites, and get my vet&#8217;s advice on next steps.</p><p>Next, I may look at other contributing factors, for example examine my dog&#8217;s diet, stool, and routine. These will indicate whether the cause is dietary or environmental in nature.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: wildthing</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-74170</link> <dc:creator>wildthing</dc:creator> <pubDate>Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:15:43 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-74170</guid> <description><![CDATA[my 7 months female siberian husky got allergies legs now  now chest wats the best care and medicine for my husky name kayla i buy dog flea and tick powder and soap for her allergies not effective to kayla pls help]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>my 7 months female siberian husky got allergies legs now  now chest wats the best care and medicine for my husky name kayla i buy dog flea and tick powder and soap for her allergies not effective to kayla pls help</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: shibashake</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-72013</link> <dc:creator>shibashake</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 20:27:04 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-72013</guid> <description><![CDATA[Ah, it is good that you have figured out the cause.My Huskies also have a lot of fur, and because of that, they heat-up really quickly during hot weather. Here are some of the things that I do to &lt;a href=&quot;http://shibashake.com/dog/cool-dog-keep-your-dog-cool-in-the-summer&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow&quot;&gt;help my Sibes stay cool during the summer months&lt;/a&gt;.They usually prefer to stay inside the house, when it is hot outside. When they do venture outside, I make sure they have a ready supply of clean, cool, water, and that there are many shady spots with free air-flow.As for sunburns,&lt;blockquote&gt;light colored animals can get sunburned just like people. Encourage them to stay in the shade and ask your veterinarian for a recommendation on sunblock for your pet.&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.vshsd.com/emergency/faq&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow&quot;&gt;The Veterinary Specialty Hospital of San Diego (VSH)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; Here is another article on dogs and sunburn - http://www.petside.com/article/can-dogs-get-sunburned]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ah, it is good that you have figured out the cause.</p><p>My Huskies also have a lot of fur, and because of that, they heat-up really quickly during hot weather. Here are some of the things that I do to <a href="http://shibashake.com/dog/cool-dog-keep-your-dog-cool-in-the-summer" rel="nofollow">help my Sibes stay cool during the summer months</a>.</p><p>They usually prefer to stay inside the house, when it is hot outside. When they do venture outside, I make sure they have a ready supply of clean, cool, water, and that there are many shady spots with free air-flow.</p><p>As for sunburns,</p><blockquote><p>light colored animals can get sunburned just like people. Encourage them to stay in the shade and ask your veterinarian for a recommendation on sunblock for your pet.</p><p><a href="http://www.vshsd.com/emergency/faq" rel="nofollow">The Veterinary Specialty Hospital of San Diego (VSH)</a></p></blockquote><p>Here is another article on dogs and sunburn -<br /> <a href="http://www.petside.com/article/can-dogs-get-sunburned" rel="nofollow">http://www.petside.com/article/can-dogs-get-sunburned</a></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: Anonymous</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-71783</link> <dc:creator>Anonymous</dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 03:17:41 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-71783</guid> <description><![CDATA[Thank you for responding... :)I just found out what those red markings are.. and its a sunburn! I live in a tropical country and its summer now. Which means it’s super hot. Do you have any suggestions on how can I prevent it from spreading all over her body? and how can I treat those sunburns? Thanks in advance :)]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thank you for responding&#8230; <img src='http://d2yedvk0boln24.cloudfront.net/dog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /></p><p>I just found out what those red markings are.. and its a sunburn! I live in a tropical country and its summer now. Which means it’s super hot. Do you have any suggestions on how can I prevent it from spreading all over her body? and how can I treat those sunburns? Thanks in advance <img src='http://d2yedvk0boln24.cloudfront.net/dog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /></p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item><title>By: shibashake</title><link>http://shibashake.com/dog/itchy-dog/comment-page-2#comment-71743</link> <dc:creator>shibashake</dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 20:21:59 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://shibashake.com/shibainublog/dog-itching-dog-scratching-and-dog-skin-allergies/#comment-71743</guid> <description><![CDATA[Congratulations on your new Husky.What kind of &quot;red markings&quot;? Are they little dots? Is there hair loss? Does she try to scratch the area frequently?For health issues that I am unsure of, I usually take my dog to the vet, especially if it is causing discomfort or irritation. Otherwise, I end up worrying myself silly anyway :); so better to be safe and catch things early.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations on your new Husky.</p><p>What kind of &#8220;red markings&#8221;? Are they little dots? Is there hair loss? Does she try to scratch the area frequently?</p><p>For health issues that I am unsure of, I usually take my dog to the vet, especially if it is causing discomfort or irritation. Otherwise, I end up worrying myself silly anyway <img src='http://d2yedvk0boln24.cloudfront.net/dog/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif' alt=':)' class='wp-smiley' /> ; so better to be safe and catch things early.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>