{"id":17771,"date":"2024-02-14T14:43:15","date_gmt":"2024-02-14T13:43:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rawbark.cz\/?p=17771"},"modified":"2024-10-08T07:19:36","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T05:19:36","slug":"svedeni-a-drbani-srsti-psa-zname-priciny-a-reseni-problemu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rawbark.cz\/en\/svedeni-a-drbani-srsti-psa-zname-priciny-a-reseni-problemu\/","title":{"rendered":"Itching and scratching in dogs! We know the causes and how to solve the problem\u2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Is your dog bothered by itchy skin and constantly scratching? Excessive scratching can be a symptom<\/strong> of several skin problems and can result in<\/strong> reddened skin, bloody scabs or even hair loss. Skin problems<\/strong> are among the most common health complications in dogs, and even though scratching is a natural part of being a dog, you need to pay attention if it happens excessively often. In this article we'll explain the causes<\/strong> of itchy skin in dogs and how to deal with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poor-quality food and food allergies as an itch trigger<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allergies<\/strong> at to the food given<\/strong> food<\/strong> are increasingly common in dogs. Besides digestive problems, affected animals very often also develop skin problems. The foundation<\/strong> of healthy canine skin and coat is good-quality nutrition<\/strong> rich in vitamins and minerals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure the food is of premium quality<\/strong> and has the right composition<\/strong>. A poor-quality <\/strong>diet or an allergy to an ingredient in the food can cause <\/strong>persistent and frequent scratching in dogs. Hair<\/strong> is largely made of protein<\/strong> , and the better the diet, the better the condition of your four-legged darling's coat. Always choose high-quality kibble<\/strong> with plenty of complete protein and a balanced proportion of fats, minerals and vitamins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What should you check in the food's composition?<\/strong> Focus on the FRESH meat content<\/strong> (it must come first), then on the amount of carbohydrates, fats and vitamins. The food should also include vegetables, fruit, good-quality oils, herbs or seeds. Make sure the food doesn't contain<\/strong> unnecessary preservatives, colourings and flavour enhancers. These criteria are met by, for example, our RawBark kibble<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If your dog is on a good-quality diet and no allergy has been found<\/strong> to an ingredient in the food, yet the itching persists, try<\/strong> adding our premium SALMON OIL<\/a><\/strong>to your dog's food! It has very positive effects<\/strong> on the skin and coat. It helps<\/strong> with various skin inflammations and supports their healing. It relieves<\/strong> dry and itchy skin. It hydrates, soothes and nourishes the skin's lipid layer. At the same time, it also supports<\/strong> immunity and the cardiovascular system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WARNING!<\/strong> Allergic reactions and skin problems are also caused by food mites<\/strong>, which can get into your pet's dry food by accident or through poor storage. So always store food in a cool, dry place and, after opening, close it AGAIN<\/strong> properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Itching and scratching caused by an allergic reaction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allergies in dogs aren't necessarily only to certain ingredients in food, but also to external factors<\/strong> in their environment. In most cases, it's an excessive reaction of the immune system to a particular allergen or group of allergens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common allergens include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n