My new puppy seems to be scratching at its neck a lot. I have heard of a bad nervous condition called SM where they scratch a lot could my pup of 12 weeks be starting with that?
Answer; Yes there is a serious neurological condition called SM syringomyelia – which can cause scratching at the neck area BUT this is not the first thing you should consider in a puppy that age. Commonest causes of scratching in puppies and most puppies DO scratch might be; A new and unaccustomed collar. Ear mites very common in pups. General itchy skin perhaps caused by new food or even new surroundings carpets, bedding etc. Fur mites .These are all by far the commonest causes of scratching. It would be very unusual for a pup so young to show symptoms of SM and scratching (at the air usually) is only one symptom of many. If you are in doubt however and the pup continues to scratch please let your vet examine the pup and if necessary treat it for ear or fur mites. (Puppies also scratch often for a while after the vaccination injections) Question; Help with teething. My young Cavalier is getting his adult teeth and I have been told that giving him some bones to gnaw on will help. I ha
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