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Itching in dogs: causes, symptoms and solutions – including the right diet<\/h1>\n \n

If your dog keeps scratching, licking their paws or rubbing their face against furniture, they\u2019re likely suffering from itching (pruritus). This is one of the most common reasons for a veterinary consultation, because it can quickly become a vicious cycle: scratching damages the skin, which increases inflammation – and therefore itching.<\/p>\n

While parasites and allergies are common triggers, nutrition also plays a major role in supporting the skin barrier. An adapted diet can help reduce inflammation<\/strong> and provide the nutrients needed for healthier, calmer skin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n \n\n Discover our meals for itchy skin<\/span>\n \n \n<\/svg>\n <\/a>\n \n \n

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What does itching<\/strong> in dogs mean?\n<\/h2>\n \n
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Itching is an unpleasant sensation that makes your dog want to scratch, lick or bite their skin. It is not a diagnosis in itself, but a symptom<\/strong> that can be caused by many factors: parasites, allergies, infections (bacteria\/yeast), dry skin, or even stress.<\/p>\n

When itching becomes chronic, it can lead to hair loss, scabs, thickened skin and secondary infections. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to identify the cause early and support the skin both externally (appropriate care<\/strong>) and internally (nutrition).<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n

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The different types<\/strong> of itching\n<\/h2>\n \n
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There are several forms of pruritus depending on its cause and where it appears.<\/p>\n