Compulsive Paw Chewing

One of the most common symptoms of allergic disease in dogs is "paw chewing." The dog might begin with licking at their paws and gradually go on into chewing their paws. When you take a look at their toes, pads and feet you see nothing to indicate the "why" to all the licking and chewing behaviors.

The skin starts to break down by the constant licking and chewing that almost always develops into a secondary bacterial and/or yeast infection. What causes the infernal itchiness? Chances are it is allergies. Dogs suffer from three main categories of allergic disease. They are:

1. fleas
2. environmental allergies
3. food allergies

So how do you determine exactly what kind of allergy your dog is suffering from? Flea allergies are the most common allergic disease in dogs. Flea allergies usually result in itchiness on the hindquarters and at the base of the tail. The second most common form of allergic disease in dogs is environmental allergies. Dogs react to the same environmental allergens that humans do such as trees, grasses, pollens, molds, dander, perfume, dust mites, cats and people. Depending on the cause environmental allergies can be seasonal.

Food allergies may be the most under-diagnosed in dogs. Dog food allergies are adverse reactions to ingredients found in the food they are fed. The most common ingredients in dog foods which cause allergic reactions are proteins in beef, dairy, chicken, soy and corn. Dog food allergies can cause itchy skin alone or stomach problems as well.

The only way to find out if your dog is allergic to food is to perform a strict 8-12 week elimination trial with a hypoallergenic diet and see if the condition improves.

When it comes to compulsive paw chewing, consider the following tips:

• Your vet can help you sort out the problem. Give your vet a detailed history. The vet can run tests, prescribe medications and determine whether your dog has a secondary bacterial or yeast infection that requires treatment.
• Check the toes. Contact dermatitis can occur when the skin comes in direct contact with an allergen such as grass. Rub down the paws with a damp cloth when your dog comes in from outdoors. Avoid products with alcohol. Use Life's Abundance Soothing Mist:

Unfortunately, skin irritations are all too common for companion animals. That's why we offer Soothing Mist, an herbal blend created to enhance the natural health of the skin and to nourish coats. This spray features zinc and a calming blend of aloe vera gel, marigold, lavender and chamomile to help soothe and protect healthy skin and coats. Safe and effective for both dogs and cats, it's even suitable for puppies and kittens over 12 weeks of age. Finally, a gentle skin-care product that is also highly effective!

• Your dog's diet: A high quality diet with high quality protein source can reduce the immune system burden. Use Omega-3 Fish Oils to help the skin remain an effective barrier against the environment:

Regular supplementation of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) from fish oil can help support your companion animal’s healthy skin, coat, heart, brain eyes and joints. However, numerous supplements on the shelves today do not contain the optimal concentration of fish oil. In addition, many of these supplements are not tested by an independent laboratory to ensure purity and safety.

If you have a larger dog, use Life's Abundance Skin and Coat Formula Supplements:

For:

• Dry, flaky skin or a dull, brittle coat
• Oily, foul smelling skin or a matted coat
• Thin coat, excessive hair loss or red, blotchy skin
• Excessive scratching (especially, seasonally)

Consider other causes for the itching. While there are many things you can do at home to help your pet. Itching can also be caused by pain from arthritis and/or anxiety. Addressing the underlying cause is key to curing the dog's problems. If you try a few things at home such as adding supplements and feeding a high quality protein diet and the compulsive paw chewing continues, consult with your vet for more extensive testing of the problem. And remember if hot spots develop, the Life's Abundance Soothing Mist will help to heal the hot spots and make your pet more comfortable.

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