10 Natural Home Remedies For Itchy Dogs

It hurts to watch your canine friend scratching and licking their skin repeatedly. Seeing bald patches on a dog adds to the heartbreak. Scratching breaks his skin hence allowing nasty infections into the dog’s body. Allergies are among the leading cause of itching in dogs. It could be a challenge to identify what your pet is allergic to. However, itching indicates that the dog is allergic to something.

We all need to understand that treating such a problem can be a bit expensive. Calling a vet to attend to your dogs may cost you a few dollars, which may not be affordable in case you have several. Funny enough, the vet may come and do what you can do yourself, but you have to pay for their service.

The good thing is that there are several home remedies you can apply to treat your itchy dog instead of calling a Veterinarian. Read through this article to understand the natural home remedies for itchy dogs.

1. Colloidal Oatmeal

Giving your dog, a cold bath relieves him the itching. Besides, you need to add colloidal oatmeal to the water for more relief. Colloidal oatmeal may sound ambiguous though it is what you achieve after grinding natural oatmeal. 

You can make it at home with a simple coffee grinder, food processor, or blender. Grind the natural oatmeal to a fine powder and add it to the bathwater. You need to wash your pet several times to achieve effective results.

2. Epsom Salts

If you realize that your pet has itchy feet, it is advisable to put Epsom salts in cold water and bath the dog’s feet for about ten minutes. You must be cautious to ensure your dog will not drink this water.

3. Baking Soda

This will help if your pet’s itchy behavior is caused by insects that bite it. You need to mix the baking soda with some water to form a paste and not a solution. Then, apply the paste to the bites. The paste relieves the sting of the bites, therefore, stopping itching and scrapping.

4. Burdock Plant

Only the roots of this plant will rescue your dog from itchiness. You need to dig them up and extract the sap out of them. Mix the sap with Vaseline and stir them until they are well blended. Applying this mix to the affected areas three or four times every day gives your pet peace.

5. Use of Arnica

Arnica is another ideal natural home remedy for “hot spots.” It’s an affordable homeopathic remedy to lessen itching on dogs. You need to order Arnica 30C online or buy it from a local health store. Give it twice a day for three days while noting the improvements. You should only repeat the dosage if there is no improvement in your dog.

6. Make Your Shampoo

This is another excellent natural remedy for fleas and irritated skin. You should add a teaspoon of aloe vera and ten drops of tea tree oil to eight ounces of your pet’s shampoo. The aloe vera should only be from the plant and not the processed ones. Additionally, you need a mixture of apple cider vinegar and water. For every pint of water, add one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. The amount of this mixture should depend on the size of your dog.

Apply the shampoo mix on your dog and leave it for 10 minutes and rinse him thoroughly. Use the apple cider water mixture to rinse it again to restore the natural pH of your pet’s skin. 

Remember, apple cider water should not be used on open wounds as it can worsen the symptoms.

7. Plantain Plant

Plantain naturally reduces inflammation, redness, and itching. It’s available in most backyards. One only requires to chop the plant’s leaves and mash them into a paste. The paste is then applied to the affected areas.

8. Coconut Oil

Despite the controversies around coconut oil, you can use chilled, solidified coconut oil to soothe the discomfort on your dog! To be effective, you need to purchase human branded coconut oil of the highest quality. Look for terms like “virgin,” or “organic” on the label. You can also add some little coconut oil to the dog’s kibble. However, you need to consult a doctor about this.

9. A Balanced Diet

Feeding your dog on a balanced diet is the best way to keep your dog healthy. Feeding him on healthy carbohydrates and omega-3 fatty acids heal his skin from inside out. In most cases, chicken, turkey, or beef-based dog foods cause allergies to dogs. Gluten or wheat ingredients also cause allergic reactions to many dogs. 

You should feed your pet foods containing sweet potatoes and fish-based foods—the two help to suppress symptoms associated with food allergies. Additionally, fatty fish are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. These acids are proven to improve digestion, promote skin health, and reduce inflammation.

10. Chamomile and Green Tea Soaks

Green tea and chamomile are known for their anti-inflammatory effects in human beings. They work equally in dogs. You should soak your dog in green tea or chamomile bath it has itchy skin patches.

First, you need to fill a bowl with lukewarm water and add several green tea bags. Leave it for around five minutes. Secondly, remove the tea bags and soak your itchy dog in this mixture for five to ten minutes.

Having gone through the above points, I hope that you will not have a challenge with your itchy dog. Sometimes, it may require you to combine several methods to achieve results. If you realize that one remedy is not effective, consider applying other remedies or a combination of several.

Whenever you are not sure of the quantities to use, consult your dog’s vet. You should also consult them in case you wish to change the diet for your itching dog. If all the above natural home remedies for itchy dogs fail, call a vet, or take your dog to the vet office for specialized treatment.