Summer Skin SOS Guide for Dogs—Keeping Your Pup Happy & Itch-Free All Season!

For most pups, spring and summer outdoor adventures are the highlight of their doggy lives! But seasonal allergies can quickly turn their fun into misery. Unlike humans (who get sneezy and sniffly), dogs usually show allergies through their skin—think itching, redness, and even infections. Left untreated, these issues can seriously cramp your pup’s style.

Outdoor Playtime with Laroo Squeaky Ball

Why Summer is Allergy Prime Time

Hot temps + strong UV rays + pollen party = a perfect storm for itchy pups. When your dog rolls in the grass, plants and weeds can irritate their skin, triggering reactions.

Spot the Signs Early

At first, their skin might look fine—but soon, the scratching begins. You’ll see:

● Paw licking, belly-rubbing on carpets

● Redness, hair loss, or hot spots (common on paws, groin, armpits, and muzzle)

Safer Outdoor Gear for Your Pup

Since pinning down the exact allergen is tricky, prevention is key! Here’s your post-walk defense plan:

1️⃣ Emergency Itch Relief SOS

✔️ Ice Pack Trick: Wrap ice in gauze, press on hot spots (≤3 mins!)

✔️ Paw Spa Time: 1 tsp baking soda + warm water → soak & scrub between toes with Q-tips!

⚠️ NEVER use human creams (steroids = deadly for dogs!)

2️⃣ Environment Clean-Up Mission

✅ Bedding Protocol: Wash weekly at 60°C+ (kills mites!)

✅ DIY Safe Disinfectant: 10 drops apple cider vinegar in 1L water (spray floors/beds)

🚫 Avoid: Lysol/bleach (toxic fumes!)

The pup is hydrating with its Laroo foldable travel bowl.

3️⃣ Food = Medicine

💊 Essential: Omega-3 (500mg per 5kg body weight)

🍠 Super Snacks:

• Steamed purple sweet potato/broccoli (anti-itch power!)

• Frozen carrot sticks (soothes gums + itching)

• Pumpkin seed freeze-dried treats (natural dewormer!)

❌ Banned List: Beef, wheat, corn (top allergy triggers!)

4️⃣ Daily Defense Routine

🌿 30-Minute Post-Walk Ritual:

• DIY Anti-Itch Spray: 100ml water + 2 drops chamomile oil (avoid eyes in short-haired breeds!)

• Paw Check: Clean between toes ASAP (pollen hides there!)

• Bath Rule: Max 1x/week! Overwashing = more itching!

🚑 ER Kit Must-Haves:

• Pet-safe iodine swabs

• Soft cone (better than hard plastic!)

• Alcohol-free wipes

The puppy is playing by the sea in a life jacket.

🚨 VET ALERT! Go ASAP if:

① Non-stop scratching for 2+ days

② Yellow crusts/oozing

③ Vomiting + diarrhea

🐾 Prevention Calendar

🌅 Morning: Ear & paw inspection

🚶‍♂️ After walks: Deep toe cleaning

🌙 Night: Brush backwards to spot redness

Pro Tip: Keep an allergy diary (track weather/food/locations) to crack the case!

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