[Cagdu] FW: The Top Ten Chemicals That Worsen Canine Itch (article)

[Tina Thomas]

Here’s an interesting article. 

Tina 

From: Dogs Naturally Magazine Sent: Tuesday, 
>September 01, 2015 10:02 AM Subject: Itchy dog? 
The Top Ten Chemicals That Worsen Canine Itch

By Merry Richon Dogs 
>Naturally Magazine

 

Chronic itch ­ scrapes and 
>scratches, hot spots, reddened areas and  other 
>areas of inflammation ­ is just as serious a 
>probblem among dogs as it is among humans. While 
>dogs’ skin conditions differ somewhat from 
>human skin issues, there’s one thing we have 
>in common … … the environronmental chemicals 
>that aggravate that itching sensation. The Top 
>Ten Chemicals That Worsen Canine Itch Many 
>common household chemicals can worsen canine 
>itch. So to make life easier (and safer) for 
>your dog, here are the ten most dangerous and 
>common products you should try to eliminate from 
>your dog’s environment to prevent not only 
>skin irritation but other chronic health issues 
>and, in some cases, death. 1.  Bleach Most forms 
>of bleach contain sodium hypochlorite, which can 
>harm or irritate a dog’s skin or paws. Prevent 
>exposure to bleach, particularly on floors and 
>surfaces where your dog often walks or runs, by 
>rinsing these areas with clean water before you 
>let your dog enter your kitchen, garage, laundry 
>room, bathroom and other parts of your home. 2. 
>Anti-Flea Sprays, Creams and Collars Some flea 
>control products contain ingredients such as 
>limonene, pyrethrin and pyrethroids (an 
>artificial version of pyrethrin). These 
>chemicals, including those derived from citrus 
>oils, can induce an itching sensation and 
>breathing difficulties. 3.  Motor Oil If your 
>dog is at your side in the garage while you work 
>on your car or use motor oil (which often spills 
>or leaks from a faulty engine), that substance 
>is a carcinogen that can cause permanent damage 
>to a dog’s skin. 4. Lawn Products A yard can 
>be a dog’s source of recreation and relaxation 
>or it can be a hazardous site because of lawn 
>fertilizers and herbicides. These products can 
>irritate your dog’s paws, skin and nose, 
>increasing the risk of long-term damage. 5. 
>Drain Cleaners and Plumbing Solvents These 
>products, which are available in most 
>supermarkets and drug stores, contain sulfuric 
>acid and lye. Contact with either ingredient can 
>burn a dog’s skin and cause blindness. 6. Oven 
>Cleaners Another series of household items that 
>can produce chemical burns because of active 
>ingredients like sodium hydroxide and potassium 
>hydroxide. 7. Laundry Detergent The dyes, 
>chemicals and perfumes in most brands of laundry 
>detergent can induce allergies and itching in 
>dogs and humans alike. 8.  De-Icing Salts If you 
>live in a region where winter is a euphemism for 
>large accumulations of ice and snow, be aware of 
>de-icing salts (to clear roads and driveways). 
>They can burn or crack a dog’s skin 
>(specifically the pads on their paws), leading 
>to infections and inflammation. 9.  Windshield 
>Wiper Fluid Again, if you work on your car in 
>your garage or driveway, the slightest amount of 
>spillage of this fluid (which contains methanol 
>and isopropyl) can permanently harm a dog’s 
>skin and could have lethal consequences. 
>10.  Food Allergies If your dog suffers from 
>chronic itch that tends to worsen after meals, 
>food may be the culprit. Try switching to whole 
>foods, preferably a raw diet, and monitor any 
>changes (for better or worse) over the course of 
>one to two weeks. This List Is Just The 
>Beginning It’s really simple, stop using 
>harmful chemicals on your lawn and floors. Look 
>for natural and organic products free of toxic 
>ingredients. And when it comes to your dog’s 
>food ­  If you think what he’s eating is 
>making him itchy, you might be right. Switching 
>him to a different food could be the answer and 
>why not try feeding him real food? Knowing what 
>your dog is built to eat is a great place to 
>start. And if you’re looking for more answers, 
>try contacting your vet. To find a holistic or 
>homeopathic vet to help you identify the 
>underlying causes of your dog’s itchiness, 
>visit ahvma.org

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