Pet owners expect their dogs to scratch themselves now and then.
However, excessive and persistent scratching, licking, biting and hair
loss may be signs of an allergy. As the allergy starts to itch, the dog
starts to scratch, lick, bite, chew or rub. This behavior intensifies as
the itching continues. Hair is lost, the skin reddens and secondary
infections may develop. At the
first sign of intensive
scratching or biting,
DERMagic™ is needed
to treat the
problem before it becomes systemic.
Controlling fleas is essential in managing this type of allergy. Even if you do not see fleas on your pet, a flea allergy may occur. Both the pet and its environment must be treated. Flea control measures are essential. Always read and follow product label instructions. Because fleas spend most of their life cycle off the animal, the environment must be treated with sprays and foggers. Outdoor areas frequented by the pet should be sprayed or fogged. Thorough cleaning and vacuuming may help control flea infestation within the house. However, a professional exterminator may be needed to control heavy infestations.
Veterinarians may recommend treatment with small amounts of
corticosteroids to give some affected pets relief during the flea
season. However, these treatments may be dangerous to your pet
if prolonged and only offer relief of symptoms at best. DERMagic
is safe, free from corticosteroids and is immediately effective at
relieving itch, fighting fungal and bacterial infestations and
promoting healing of affected areas.
PARASITIC HYPERSENSITIVITY: In addition to fleas, dogs may become allergic to other parasites. They can become allergic to tick bites in much the same way they become allergic to flea saliva. They can even become allergic to their own intestinal parasites. The skin becomes itchy just as with food and inhalant allergies. Always have a jar of DERMagic Salve on hand to ensure results.
CONTACT ALLERGIES: Contact allergies are caused by a pet’s physical contact with an offending substance. Thin-coated or hairless areas are usually affected first, particularly a dog’s tender underbelly. Among the most common allergens are soaps, insecticides, wool nylon carpets, paint, wood preservatives, poison ivy or oak and pollens or grass. In the case of certain plants and/or geographic locations, inhalant or contact allergies may be seasonal.
Identifying the offending substance and eliminating it from the pet’s environment are critical. Meanwhile, DERMagic is extremely effective at treating skin lesions and relieving the itching.