Stop Dog Itching | Stop Dog Scratching

Why is your dog scratching? When the reason is obvious, like fleas, we all know what to do. But what about when you haven't the slightest idea of why your dog is itching?

With my dog, Stella, I didn't see fleas, or anything that would indicate some sort of bacterial infection. She just itched and scratched. I prayed she didn't have some sort of psychological problem (we rescued her) cause I don't know what I would have done then.

I was determined to figure out how to provide relief for all the dog itching! As I started researching, I found that my dogs' diet was a big part of the problem!

After reading about what goes into the majority of commercial dog food, I realized I may be feeding my dogs food, but they may still be starving for nutrients. I was just filling up their tummies with crap!

Crap? Kind of a strong word, but really that was the first thing that came to my mind when I read about what is used in making dog food (and it wasn't just one place that I read this -- many, many sources are proclaiming basically the same thing)! I really felt cheated and deceived by the dog food companies.

I learned how to read just what kind of ingredients are in the average dog food and really was appalled. Lots of by-products and grains - not at all like the pretty pictures they show on the bags of food.

Want to finally stop dog itching once and for all?

Providing healthy dog food is the FIRST step.

So I learned the in's and out's of homemade dog food. After feeding my homemade dog food for only 2 weeks, I saw a noticeable drop in my dog's itching. Real food, with nutrients my dog's body was starving for, improved her immune system and skin and coat to the point where I no longer have an itchy dog.

If you are feeding your dog a regular commercial dog food, chances are your dog is not getting the proper nutrients and enzymes needed for overall good health and a healthy immune system.

Even though the package may proclaim a certain nutrient, your dog may not be able to digest the food properly to utilize the nutrient. A dog's digestive tract and stomach is different from human. A dog may not be able to utilize the same protein source that humans can - but it will still be labeled as protein on the package.

Dogs came from the wild, and in the wild they ate other animals. They thrive on the ENTIRE animal - bones, flesh, internal organs. As a matter of fact, they will usually rip open the stomach area first and eat the intestines, which give them the enzymes and nutrients from grains and vegetables. They drink the blood, which gives them water and calcium. They usually eat the flesh last, which gives them protein and fat.

When you start thinking about dog food nutrition and feeding your dog the healthy, nutrient and enzyme packed foods that homemade dog food naturally contains, their immune systems will be less stressed. They will become less sensitive to everything in their environment, their skin and coat will improve, and their allergies will decrease.

Nutrition is the best way
to stop dog itching in my opinion.

Feed Your Best Friend Better

"This book is full of practical ideas anyone can use: fast fixes, making and storing meals to share with your mutt, and even some tips for curbing problem mealtime behaviors. It also includes suggestions for buying better commercial foods and supplementing them with homemade goodies when you can, as well as warm-nose recipes for ailing dogs. Unlike many cookbooks for dogs, it features easy portion sizing and nutritional information for all sizes of dogs. It has everything you need to feed your best friend better through a long and happy lifetime."
4.8/5 stars from 38 reviews!

What If You Don't Want To Make Homemade Dog Food?

Not everyone is up to making their own healthy homemade dog food - it could be a matter of time, inconvenience, or even just being scared of trying something new.

Luckily, many small dog food companies realize that our dogs are more than just pets, they are part of our family. And as such, we care about their health and what we feed them. They have started to provide specialized, nutritious dog food, like limited ingredient dog food, which caters to dog food allergies, and grain-free dog food, which mimics more of a diet of a wild dog or wolf.

Many companies, like Natural Balance, Addiction Raw, and Honest Kitchen, provide many types of healthy, nutritious dog foods.

Natural Balance Lamb & Rice LID


Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Diets, Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Formula, is a single source meat protein and single source carbohydrate formula. No other meat or carbohydrate sources are added to this special diet. The single sources make for an ideal food for dogs suffering from itching due to food allergies. One of the most respected dog foods for dogs with skin problems, such as allergies. Most people notice a difference within 4 weeks.
4.6/5 stars from 20 reviews!

Addiction Raw, Homestyle Venison and Cranberry


Addiction Raw Homestyle Venison and Cranberry is a gently dehydrated raw dog food. Raw food contains more nutrients than their cooked counterparts, however raw food must be either refrigerated or frozen to stay fresh. By dehydrating their dog food, the food not only weighs less, which makes shipping much cheaper, but it also extends the shelf life greatly. A great way to go raw without all the fuss and anxiety.

5/5 stars from 3 reviews!

Honest Kitchen Embark


Honest Kitchen Embark, Low Carb, Grain-Free, Dehydrated Raw Dog Food with Turkey is another high quality, raw, dehydrated dog food made with 100% human food-grade ingredients. Made with free-range turkeys and fresh fruits and vegetables, dogs LOVE Honest Kitchen dog foods.
5/5 stars from 14 reviews!

Other options, if you don't want to switch dog foods or make your own, include adding supplements and human food to your dog's food, to help boost the nutrition level.

Please visit my site, HealthyDogs4Life.com, to get more detail about the many different types of healthy dog foods available, and how to figure out what is a healthy dog food and what isn't.




Missing Link Ultimate Skin & Coat


Missing Link nutritional supplement provides the following to your dog's diet:

• enzymes,
• beneficial bacteria,
• essential fatty acids,
• dietary fiber,
• mucilage,
• naturally occurring vitamins,
• major and trace materials and
• phytochemicals

It is made from nutrient-rich, human-quality whole foods and food concentrates that your dogs will love. By providing these much needed nutrients that are missing in most commercial dog foods, you can help improve your dog's health and finally get the itching under control.
4.7/5 stars from 38 reviews!