Dogs with floppy ears, especially if they are heavy, are more likely to develop ear infections, as the ear canals are dark and are not exposed to the air. One method to improve airflow is to tie the ...

Scratching where it itches reduces the presence of potentially harmful bacteria on the skin, studies in mice show.

The researchers also demonstrated that scratching prompts pain-sensing neurons to release a chemical known as substance P, which triggers mast cells: cells involved in the immune system, causing ...

If your dog frequently scratches their ears ... harm your pet’s ears if used incorrectly. Symptoms of ear infections include scratching, head shaking, discharge, redness, and a distinctive ...

Scratching an itchy rash really does make it worse. Now we know why, thanks to new research that uncovers how scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a mouse model of a type of eczema ...

Dogs with food allergies may only show excessive itching of the feet but often also have ear infections, weight loss, and diarrhea or loose stools. If your dog is a Boxer, a Lab, a German Shepherd ...