dog licking fur off

anamaria · 2012-03-17 16:57:37

My dog is licking and biting the top of her front legs. Today I noticed the fur is gone in patches. She has allergies to mites so it could be cos her skin is itchy. Is there anything I can do to discourage her so the patches can clear up?

17-03-2012 05:57PM

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anamaria

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My dog is licking and biting the top of her front legs. Today I noticed the fur is gone in patches. She has allergies to mites so it could be cos her skin is itchy. Is there anything I can do to discourage her so the patches can clear up?

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#2 17-03-2012 07:51PM

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Hey anamaria,

My advice is bring her to your vet and get a spot on that treats mites. As far as I'm aware Frontline is the only one that does. Then it might be a good idea to maybe bandage the areas that she's been licking so she can't get at it or they might give you a buster collar to discourage her too.

Good luck.

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#3 17-03-2012 08:13PM

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Sounds like a hot spot all right...

OP - try putting used teabags on it, to try and ease the itching. Alternatively, try putting a couple of drops of tea tree or lavender oil in warm water and bathing it until you can get to a vet.

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