My Smudge is itchy-allergic, and with the help of the vet I've worked out a multifaceted approach that keeps his itching to a minimum:

1) Grain-free food (he loves Indigo Moon kibble!)

2) Chlorpheniramine twice a day (ground up & dissolved in water, mixed in 1/4 can of either Natural Balance Limited Ingredients or Soulistic wet food)

3) Omega Caps skin & coat supplement (just strengthens his skin)

4) Prescription prednisolone transdermal, wiped inside his ear every other night. I mail-order that from Wedgewood Pharmacy, but the vet has to call in the prescription.

I think he has some environmental allergies too, but kicking the grain out of his diet made a big dent in the itching, and the meds keep the rest manageable.

Good luck! Might we see a photo of Paulie?

Love, Columbine