Salem Oregon Dog Groomer

Our Salem Oregon Dog Groomer told us that dandruff on a dog's coat looks the same as human dandruff but indicated that the causes for this type of problem vary. We were told that dandruff in some cases is the result of skin infections and parasites that need to be treated by a veterinarian. Another reason for skin dandruff on a dog can be the result of an accelerated rate of the reproduction of the skin cycle cells and this happens when a dog is not being regularly bathed at periods that are needed for a dog's specific skin and coat type. Remember that human shampoo should never be used on a dog's skin and never ever attempt to use human dandruff shampoo on a dog if you see dandruff on his skin! Another thing that can cause a dog to get dandruff is an inappropriate diet and when this happens it will also be necessary to talk to your veterinarian about it so he or she can help to determine the right diet. Our Salem Oregon Dog Groomer told us that constant itching on a dog's skin is often times caused by parasites, allergies and problems in the dog's diet, in some cases it could be something as simple as dry skin but it is important to have it checked on to be able to determine exactly what it is and so that the dog can get the right treatment for it. Remember that no matter what the source is, itching can damage the dog's skin. Our Salem Oregon Dog Groomer told us that there are dogs that have scratched at their skin so much that they actually tore their skin open and bled. If this ever happens to your dog, immediate veterinary attention is needed.