Can anyone help me? My 2 yr old Poodle pulls his hair out. The vet put him on fish oil about a year ago. He is groomed once a month, stays in the house, and doesn't have fleas, but bites and pulls his hair out.
By Pam
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It's possible your dog has allergies that make his skin itch. He could be allergic to something in his food, but it's more likely he's allergic to something that is used when he is groomed. Many dogs (and people) are allergic to the artificial fragrances used in personal care products. Maybe you could try using all-natural shampoos, etc. when he is groomed, even if it means buying your own products and taking them to the groomers.
You didn't say whether it is the same spot or more than one that he is pulling out. If it is one spot then there is the problem, is the skin red? Sometimes it is a mental problem and may be solved with more attention (his personal attention) sounds odd but that may be a thing to consider. Put a pet coat over the area is another option and keep his hair trimmed short.
Sounds like allergies to me. My Lhasa Apso did the same thing. She also licked her feet A Lot. Debra in Charlotte
Try athletes foot spray (any brand) . If there is one flea, that is another problem and you need to get back to us. Spray the AFS on the feet along with the bald spots. My old fashioned vet says they pick up fungus of the feet same as we do only from more places.
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