![]() ConclusionĪs anybody who has suffered from mosquito bites knows, itchiness is no fun, and flea bites on dogs can be just the same! Soothing your dog’s skin is sometimes necessary after they’ve been bitten by fleas or when other insect bites are irritating your dog. Take your pet to a vet if you aren’t sure, it’s always best to seek prompt treatment rather than leaving things to get worse. Medicated creams, oral antibiotics, and injectable antibiotics may all be necessary if your dog’s skin infection is severe. These skin infections are very, very itchy and they’ll need proper treatment to resolve. This is especially likely if your dog has been licking and itching his bites excessively. Some flea infestations result in a secondary skin infection called a ‘pyoderma’. These will all need a prescription, so you’ll need to visit your vet. If the problem is widespread your dog may need a steroid injection or an oral anti-itch medication. Creams containing steroids can provide comfort for small areas of irritation, and sprays can work for slightly larger areas. ![]() If shampoo isn’t sufficient, there are lots of things your vet can give your dog to help with itchy skin after flea bites.
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