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Itchy and Scratchy

1.3K views 3 replies 3 participants last post by  satchmo  
#1 ·
This past Sunday, our dog rolled around in duck poop at the park. I had to give her a shower afterward.

The following day, she scratched more frequently and vigorously than usual. The day after that, I noticed a bloody patch on her head. The bloody patch disappeared a day later, but a new (but less bloody) patch appeared at a different spot on her head.

Could this be from vigorous excoriation? I've heard that soap residue could trigger itchiness, but I rinsed her coat thoroughly at the end of the shower.

Any suggested remedy? Thank you.
 
#2 ·
No idea if it's because of scratching, if you can get a pic of it, might be worth seeing if a vet can look at it.

As for itchiness after bathing, yes very common (especially if detergent is not fully rinsed out) or just dryness. Don't use it on open skin (wounds) because it will sting, but an apple cider vinegar solution can help with general skin itchies, restoring skin's natural pH. I did this for my pup when we first got him after the breeder bathed him and it worked immediately.