One of the main causes for a dog to scratch more than normal are dog skin problems that can be seen as a condition, allergy, or parasite. The first thing that one should attempt is seeing a vet as this is the fastest way to treat most issues. There are many different things that could cause a dog to scratch.

Rashes are typically allergies. The best way to aid in relief is through corticosteroids but this is not something that will solve the problem. The only way to really get rid of the problem is to figure out what the pet is allergic to and then to make sure that there is no exposure to the allergen.

There are many things that a lot of dogs are allergic to that could potentially be the problem. These include insect bites, food, grooming products, and pollen. When the dog seems to be scratching just his or her ears then the most likely cause is a yeast infection.

Yeast infections will present with a variety of different symptoms as well. The main ones are itching, irritation, and discoloration. Topical creams are something that a vet can prescribe and will help heal the problem.

When a cream will not heal the pet then there are medicated bath options and oral medications to consider. One such condition is superficial bacterial folliculitus which will show on the skin as scabs, bumps, and sores. Of course if the pet has long hair then these will not be seen but instead he or she might appear scaly and be shedding.

There are many times when this condition will actually be occurring at the same time as another problem for the dog. Impetigo is one of the most common infections that are found in puppies. This is actually where the puppy will have blisters that are filled with pus.

Once the blisters pop the will actually scab over. The blisters are going to be seen in the abdomen area on the puppies as there is no hair here. This is simple to treat with topical ointments.

If a dog has scales and greasy skin then seborrhea is probably to blame. This can be genetic which means no cure or caused by another underlying issue. This issue would have to be found and treated before the condition would go away.

If a dog is seen with a thinning coat and a lot of hair loss then the problem is most likely alopecia. Then when one has mange there will be redness, itching, hair loss, and sores. Skin problems can also be caused by parasites, the most common being fleas and ticks.

Ringworm is also common and an issue that shows up as lesions that are in the shape of a circle and need to be treated with anti-fungal cream. Dog skin problems are very numerous and there might be others that are seen that would cause one to show concern. The last thing that one must watch for is if there is a problem and it is not healing then it might be because of acral lick granuloma which is where the dog is not allowing the skin to heal because he or she is licking it too much and might need a cone collar.