4 month old puppy itchy

[Cathy and Daisy and Harper]

I am planning on taking my puppy to the vet but just wanted to get this out here. I just made the transition from Science Diet to Fromm's puppy gold over the course of a week and for the last 2 days she has been strictly on Fromm's. She has shown signs previously of slightly itchy skin but now it is so much worse. Of course I googled it and about 10 different reasons for itchy skin came up. One said seasonal allergies which could be happening in the area of CA that we live in. An interesting reason was the body detoxing when you upgrade their food which I just did. feel so bad for her. Any suggestions until we see the vet??? What can we do to help her feel better in the meantime....? Thanks!

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Your puppy is really too young to have any kind of allergy, seasonal or otherwise. The "detox" theory doesn't really make sense from a science-based standpoint, either. It's possible that the Fromm formula, while it's a better quality than Science Diet, has a lower Omega 3 content or a higher Omega 6:3 ratio, which might account for itchiness, but I think a vet visit might be a good idea to have her checked for mites, fleas, or other parasites. If nothing is found, you might consider adding a fish oil supplement to her diet. I hope your vet doesn't try to talk you into going back to Science Diet. :) 

Some general info: http://www.doodlekisses.com/group/healthandmedicalissues/forum/topi...

[Cathy and Daisy and Harper]

Wow! This is all fascinating! And a mystery! Thank you... I hope it is nothing!!!

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

My little AnnaBelle was very itchy when she was around this same age, maybe even a little younger.  Someone told me about this shampoo and I used it and she was much better.  She has been fine ever sense.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Good point. Over-bathing them can dry out the skin and make them itchy, too. 

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Just realized I didn't post the shampoo bar!  This is what I used.

[Joani, Skadi & Elli]

That's great that you are paying attention to your dogs diet.  I had to take Elli in to the Vet last month for itching.  Never a good thing.  The vet put her on an antibiotic and another medication for the itching. ..cleared everything up.   My vet recommends Pet Cod Liver Oil daily to help with their coats..I give the girls a teaspoon every day, whether they need it or not LOL...they love it(probably cause it smells so awful).  Good luck...the Vets are usually pretty good at clearing up the itchies!