The problem: Skin irritation

Vet’s advice Neil McIntosh SG’s gundog health expert

Since your vet has prescribed steroids, I must assume that they think your dog is suffering from some type of allergic skin disease. It would seem, however, that unless the dose has been inadequate, the lack of response to this treatment puts the diagnosis in doubt. But let’s take a look at itchy dogs in general. It must be said that itching, or pruritus, is