[Sara P]

Yes it could be a hard thing to do. It may need some positive reinforcement in order to desensitize the dog. Anyway it was just an idea. One of my dogs wears shoes in the times his paw licking obsession is more intense and thanks. I believe he feels relieved. The other one is just like yours. Just sits down and does not want to walk.

[Sara P]

So why don’t you try put her some doggy shoes when you go out.

In fact you should be prepared to the fact that she might be atopic and need further investigation. Today it is fairly easy to perform intradermal allergy tests and start a personalized therapy to reduce the symptoms and improve her quality of life. It is not curative but really helps most of the “allergic-to-everything-dogs”.

Talk to your vet about this.

[Sara P]

Hi Jess.

It can be reaaly exasperating to see your dog so itchy and trying everything without seing that much of a result.

You could try to feed him Acana Lamb and Apple. It does not state to be an hypoallergenic meal but it is completely chicken, beef, pea and grain free.

You should also relieve her discomfort with antihistaminics at least just for a few days until her skin lesions start to get better. And regular baths normally improve the condition since they remove the allergens from the skin.

Hope she gets better soon.

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