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• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

If your dog is suffering from dry skin, lotion alone may not be enough. There are a few things you can do to control and reduce dry skin in your dog. Read these tips to learn how to reduce dry skin in dogs.

Steps

1. 1 Check if there is a medical reason for dry skin.
   • The causes of not only dry skin, but also the aggravation of the condition can be: allergies, external and internal parasites and diabetes. See your veterinarian to rule out these possibilities.
2. 2 Feed your dog a well-balanced, healthy diet.
   • In the first place is poor nutrition, which will affect both the condition of the skin and the coat of the dog.
3. 3 Groom your dog regularly.
   • By bathing your dog, you will wash away dirt and oil build-up that can cause skin problems. Also, thanks to this, the appearance of the dog's skin and coat will be significantly improved.An external examination of the dog's skin will determine any problems or presence of parasites.
   • By brushing your dog's coat, you will distribute natural oils throughout the coat. This is useful for the wool, it will not only be shiny, but also protected. You can also prevent the buildup of oils on your skin, which can cause irritation.
   • Remove hairballs as soon as you notice them. Loose hairballs block the air flow to the skin. They can lead to dry and flaky skin.
4. 4 Supplement your dog's diet with supplements.
   • There are supplements and vitamins that help in skin health. Discuss their appointment with your veterinarian.
   • Many dog ​​handlers agree that adding omega-3 fatty acids to the dog's diet is a good way to treat dry skin. Discuss dosage with your veterinarian.
5. 5 During dry, cold weather, keep your dog outside.
   • Dry skin can be caused or exacerbated by low humidity combined with cold weather. Control the humidity in your home with humidifiers.

Tips

• An adult dog will be much easier to care for if you started brushing it when it was still a puppy.

Warnings

• Don't bathe your dog too often. It can be harmful to the dog's skin and coat. When bathing, as a rule, natural oils are washed off from the coat, which are necessary for healthy skin and coat.

What do you need

• Nutritious dog food
• Shampoo
• Care brush and comb
• Food additives (optional)