An itchy Shih Tzu puppy?

Question

My shih tzu has recently started scratching herself a lot i have checked her numerous times and she definitely does not have fleas her skin looks lovely and pink not dry does anyone know why she may be doing this?Thanks

Answer 1

It is possible that she is having problems with allergies. This breed is very prone for allergy problems.

Answer 2

She probably has dry skin. I would recommend buying 'The Missing Link,' and some natural Fish Oil from Petco to put on her food. My little dog recently had a bad case of dry skin, and I couldn't even see the flakes. But after applying this to her food, it was gone. Good luck.

Answer 3

Allergies could be caused by food.

If you are feeding anything with corn, soy, wheat, colors, and grains look into feeding a grain free food such as Wellness core, Blue wilderness, taste of the wild, Evo, or Orijen.

Answer 4

i have a shih tzu and she had the same problem. i keep her hair kinda short and watch what kind of shampoo/conditioner i use on her. use only a recommended shampoo for dogs. and dont use a blow dryer.

Answer 5

My dogs sometimes keep itching. If it's the same area I use white vinegar and that helps.Also oatmeal shampoo and conditioner, but don't over bath.

Answer 6

My Shih Tzu can get itchy too, Ive found that if he gets a good groom then that seems to sort it.  I assumed it was because they dont cast they the skin gets itchy when the hair needs to come out.