Beware of Benadryl

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Is your dog an itchy fella? We aren't talking about the occasional scratch behind the collar. We are talking about the all-consuming scratching, licking and chewing that comes from dogs with allergies or skin conditions. As this constant self-grooming may be annoying to owners, who have to clean up slobber spots on furniture and deal with the constant slurping sounds that come from their dog, many pet owners offer their dogs medication to combat the itchiness and prevent their dog from chewing themselves raw. Many of these medications are ordered through the vet's office, and come in the form of pills, such as Apoquel, or shots, like Cytopoint. While