They may not be the biggest fans sometimes, but that’s different.
skin issues & allergies
Casual scratch? Weird paw lick? Seasonal allergies? Fleas? We’ll help you decipher all the pet skin issues.

Thankfully, there are treatments. But first, you have to figure out why they have an itch to scratch.

Here’s what works (and what doesn’t).
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Pet health question that’s not an emergency? Our vet team will answer over email within 48 hours. So, go ahead, ask us about weird poop, bad breath, and everything in between.

From home treatments to holistic methods—and when to call a vet.

A little bit of itching? Totally normal. However, excessive scratching requires a diagnosis.

Fatty acids rev up your dog’s energy, keep their coat shiny, help with inflammation from allergies and arthritis, and so much more.
Don’t panic: It’s called reverse sneezing, and in most cases, it’s nothing to worry about.

Best Food for Dogs With Allergies
Because no one deserves to be uncomfy.

Everything you need to know about cat allergies, according to three veterinary dermatologists.
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Your pet can benefit from your self-care practices, from CBD to acupuncture. (Yep, you read that right.)
Can Dogs Get Scabies?
And what to look for if you think your pup has them.

Integrative veterinarian Dr. Lindsey Wendt shares her favorite products to attack pesky pet allergies.

Plus, how to give your pup some relief.
What about the other way around?
Can Cats Sweat?
They definitely seem to get a good workout with that feather toy they’re obsessed with.

From how to get the stinger out at home to when it’s time to go to the ER.

Is My Cat Going Bald?
If your Persian is looking more like a Sphynx, underlying health conditions could be to blame for your cat’s hair loss.

The best paw balms, based on veterinarian recommendations.
Yes, and here’s why you shouldn’t pick at them, even if you want to.
Time to go to the doggie dermatologist!
Don’t blame the cat...
Can Dogs Get Poison Ivy?
It’s worth asking, especially ahead of all those hikes you’ll take together this summer.

Ever heard of “walking dandruff?” Yep, that’s what we said.
That familiar corn chip aroma may simply seem quirky, but don’t ignore it.

A vet explains why environmental allergies flare up and what to do about it.
It’s not a very pleasant odor, to say the least.

Wash away all that grime and end their incessant scratching with a few drops.

Why Do Dogs Chew Their Paws?
And when will it stop?

Spoiler: These at-home remedies are probably already in your pantry.

A vet on what to do when “anal sacs go bad.”

So chill! So wrinkly! So allergic!