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What Causes Skin Itching When Around A Dog?
My daughter and boyfriend both have a bad case of skin itching for about 1 month their dog was itching very bad about 2 months ago could they have gotten something from the dog? My grandson who is 8 has no been bothered. She went on line and thinks maybe scabies but nothing is itching on the hard or feet. I am worried about my household because they have been here and grandson has been in my bed. Can you help?
Mon, 30 Jan 2017
HI.
If it is scabies it needs to be treated immediately, if not, even then an urgent visit to the ER or a dermatologist is mandatory. Along with this, take the dog to a vet and isolate it at vet clinic until it has been completely treated.
An advantage of taking the dog to the vet is the identification of the cause, which can accordingly help in directing treatment for your affected family members.
Best wishes.
If it is scabies it needs to be treated immediately, if not, even then an urgent visit to the ER or a dermatologist is mandatory. Along with this, take the dog to a vet and isolate it at vet clinic until it has been completely treated.
An advantage of taking the dog to the vet is the identification of the cause, which can accordingly help in directing treatment for your affected family members.
Best wishes.
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