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Why do dogs scratch themselves a lot?

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A dog will 'scratch itself' for a variety of reasons. The most common being the presence of fleas. However, itching may be caused by dry skin, household chemicals (cleaners), Allergies, or cleanser.

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Usually it means it has fleas or maybe it just needs a bath.

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They scratch the floor/carpet because to mark their territory.....They well get mad if you are at there territory.

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Because they got WORMS boy!

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