08/09/2026
🐾 August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month! 🐾
Is your dog constantly scratching, licking, chewing, or rubbing their skin? Redness, irritation, hair loss, or frequent licking can all be signs that something is making your pet uncomfortable.
🐶 Why Is My Pet So Itchy?
There are many possible causes of itchy skin, including:
• Environmental allergies such as pollen, grass, and dust mites
• Food allergies or sensitivities
• Fleas and other parasites
• Bacterial or yeast infections
• Underlying medical conditions
Itching isn't something your pet should simply have to live with. Excessive scratching can lead to sores, skin infections, hair loss, and ongoing discomfort.
💙 Treatment Starts With Finding the Cause
At Boca Village Animal Hospital, our goal is to determine what's causing your pet's discomfort and develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs.
For dogs suffering from allergic itching, treatments such as Cytopoint and Apoquel may provide relief.
🐾 Cytopoint® is an injection designed to help control itching associated with allergic dermatitis and can provide relief for several weeks.
🐾 Apoquel® is an oral medication that helps control allergy-related itching and inflammation in dogs.
Every pet is different, so the best treatment depends on your pet's individual health, symptoms, and underlying cause.
Don't let your pet spend another day feeling itchy and uncomfortable! If you've noticed increased scratching, licking, chewing, or irritated skin, give Boca Village Animal Hospital a call. We're here to help your furry family member feel comfortable, happy, and healthy again. ❤️🐾