Training & BehaviorMy dog has red, itchy skin from biting. What OTC meds can help?
Oh dear, poor Midnight! Her skin lesions look quite uncomfortable. Excessive biting and scratching may be related to underlying allergies, ringworm, or mange, any of which can then lead to the onset of a bacterial skin infection. As a starting point, make sure that Midnight is receiving a high quality flea and tick preventative regularly, such as Nexgard, Bravecto, or K9 Advantix II because a few flea bites could be amplifying the situation. You can also try bathing her with a medicated antimicrobial/anti-itch shampoo ( http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=27980 ). Since she is chewing on herself excessively, also consider using an e-collar (cone) for at least the next few days to prevent further skin damage, as this will only make matters worse. If her skin issues continue or worsen despite these measures, Midnight will need to go to her vet for further evaluation. I hope that all goes well!
Updated on September 24th, 2025