My dog is only a year and a half old, but he has flees really really bad. I have tried frontline, the flee soap, but nothing works. He's scratching so much, that he has started to cut open the skin on his face and it causes bleeding. It isn't to bad, but I'm sure it will get worse if I don't find a way to stop it. I need ideas please!!!
My dog has a serious scratching problem...........?
If you are using frontline and other stuff you need to make sure you completely sort out your house and car and anywhere else your dog travels. You will just be re-infesting him if you dont, regardless of the frontline!
Go to your vets, you should be able to get an anti-itch injection which will help him in the short term. Long term, sort those fleas out!
Reply:it is probably not fleas,,if you are using frontline monthly as directed..... he could have mange, etc.. a thorough vet check is in order ,, he may also have allergies.... feed him a high quality dry kibble...
Reply:Take him to a vet, as it may be something more than fleas. Especially since he's scratching to the point of bleeding
Reply:My dog has allergies and her skin gets all red and irritated, and sometimes bleeds...take your dog to a vet and have it checked for allergies. My dog was put on a steroid to clear up the itchies and I'm supposed to give her benedryl if she gets itchy again.
Reply:did you bomb your house when you deflee'd your dog? you have to get rid of all of them. He could also be allergic to them. give him some benydryle. amount depends on weight. call your vet and ask how much. Put an over the counter antibiotic ointiment on his cuts to sooth them. wash all your bedding and his if he has any. lyme your lawn. to kill any outside. if there is another flee killer for lawns use that, but remember to keep your dog off it for 24 hours. Remember flee's hate soap and water. and when washing or spraying your dog with frontline. Always do under the tail first then do around the ears. those are places the flees will crawl into to hide. then do the rest of the dog last. do not frontline again. you will have to use soap and water and a flee comb. But bomb the house and lyme the lawn.
Reply:Sounds like you have an infestation of fleas in your house.
My advise is go to vet and get some antibiotics for the cuts on him. He is getting a secondary skin infection caused by the fleas. The day he is at the vets (keep him there) get your house exterminated by a professional for fleas. They are all in your house. Get rid of his old bedding and bring in new ones after the fact.
When you get your dog back keep him on the frontline or advantage. In additon to that use the heartworm prevention called "sentinal". It has a flea control in it. It breaks the life cycle of the flea. The flea part of this heartworm prevention works with the digestive system so give him this pill with a good meal. You will get rid of your fleas if you do ALL of this.
Reply:dont wash him with lemon juice and salt
if he is an outside dog rub some motor oil all over him
if he is an inside dog was him with head and shoulders
use harts flea spray get him a flea collar
bathe him every week
also to get rid of fleas in the house get a box or rock salt
pour rock salt into pie plates and shove them under the bed and couch and in every room
NO MORE FLEAS!
Reply:Try Advantix, it repels fleas, ticks and mosquitos. But it sounds like it may not be the fleas. There is an allergy some dogs get where they are actually allergic to their own saliva, so every time they bite themselves, fleas or not, they aggravate their skin worse. Most dogs that have this allergy lose enough hair as to make them look mangy, the poor things. A vet can tell you for sure though.
My mom's dog has a mild case of this, and we accidentally found something that worked for her. I say it that way because I got something for my dog with natural ingredients at Wal-Mart and my husband hated the smell, so I gave it to my mom to try. It's made by Sargent's, and it is in a litte tube you put on their neck like the Frontline or Advantix. All the ingredients are natural oils, like oil of peppermint, cloves, etc. Apparently, the pests hate the smell as much as my husband did, because they stayed off my mom's dog and all of her hair grew back since she quit biting. Maybe it will work for you too.
Reply:I would take your dog to your local vet and have him examined.
It could just be a bad habit, or he might have terrible fleas. Don't let it get too bad. Maybe tell him no when he starts to scratch very hard.
Reply:if you cant actually see the bugs/fleas it might not be fleas. all animals have little microscopic bugs on them, as we do too. if the animal gets too stressed over something the bugs will act up and over populate causing irritation and itching, sometimes even hair loss.(my dog lost hair around her eyes) it could also be dry skin, in that case try an oatmeal shampoo and conditioner, or i put a little olive oil on top of my dogs food, they love it plus it helps thier skin and fur. frontline is the best flea/tic medicine and if that didnt work i would think its something else. if you take her to the vet ask for a skin scrapeing, if she tests positive for mites they will give her a "mit-a-ban" dip, usually after three of those (depending on how bad they are) theyre gone. good luck
Reply:OMG mange!!!!! My chi had it, it was the worst experience ever!!!!
Reply:Your dog is allergic to flea bites. Get him to your vet for an injection to help with the swelling and redness, then continue on a flea preventative ALL the time. Next you will have to treat your home. Your vet will be able to provide you with the proper products
Saturday, April 24, 2010
My dog has a naty skim problem?
my dog has a skim disease know highly in west highland terriors and for some reason it wont cure he lost most of his fur his skin is black and oily and sometimes swollen even when given steroides it doesnt seem to make to much of a diffrence any ideas of what to do for him. Besides put him down cause my brother would never allow it. he loves the dog and doesnt even like to hear people when they say how nasty he looks he gets very defencive.
My dog has a naty skim problem?
It sounds like you need to take that baby to the vet before it gets any worse.
Reply:It's skin cancer.
Reply:Best ask your vet for suggestions, only your vet knows the best course of action. They also know the dx and prognosis.
Reply:Put the dog down if he is suffering. Your brother will get over it.
Reply:a diet consisting of raw meaty bones, muscle meat and organs clears up skin problems, and eliminates allergies. Since you have nothing to lose, give it a try.
For the next few weeks, try feeding chicken wings or thighs(for the size of your dog, one thigh or wing is a whole meal). Or you can get some chicken backs, and chop it into halves or thirds. Then you can give liver, etc....
As long as it is raw, bones are the best for your dog, as they don't choke, and raw bones don't splinter.
Good luck!!!
Reply:i assume he has been tested for mange - this can give the same symptoms you describe, and steroids will make it worse - its a simple skin scrape your vet can do
Reply:you need to bring him to a veterinary dermatologist to find out what it is
this is not a regular vet ... this is a vet that specializes in the skin of dogs ... we saw one for our dog that had a terrible skin condition and it turned out to be a fungus
there are so many things and they can be treated
do not let some of these letters you received upset you
no one could have looked worse than my dog and now she has a gorgeous coat
check in your area for a dermatologist
did your vet not recommend that you should see one
they should know where the closest one is located
take a look at these sites ...
http://www.vet.utk.edu/clinical/sacs/der...
http://www.westiemed.org/health/malassez...
http://www.dermapet.com/articles/art-20....
much good luck to you ...
Reply:Your dog has malazzesia which is a yeast overgrowth. You need to get a vet who isn't pumping the poor thing full of steroids, as you said it doesn't help and the dog is probably miserable. A completely grain free diet would be a good start. Google malazzesia or yeast overgrowth in canines to get some idea what's going on. Good luck.
My dog has a naty skim problem?
It sounds like you need to take that baby to the vet before it gets any worse.
Reply:It's skin cancer.
Reply:Best ask your vet for suggestions, only your vet knows the best course of action. They also know the dx and prognosis.
Reply:Put the dog down if he is suffering. Your brother will get over it.
Reply:a diet consisting of raw meaty bones, muscle meat and organs clears up skin problems, and eliminates allergies. Since you have nothing to lose, give it a try.
For the next few weeks, try feeding chicken wings or thighs(for the size of your dog, one thigh or wing is a whole meal). Or you can get some chicken backs, and chop it into halves or thirds. Then you can give liver, etc....
As long as it is raw, bones are the best for your dog, as they don't choke, and raw bones don't splinter.
Good luck!!!
Reply:i assume he has been tested for mange - this can give the same symptoms you describe, and steroids will make it worse - its a simple skin scrape your vet can do
Reply:you need to bring him to a veterinary dermatologist to find out what it is
this is not a regular vet ... this is a vet that specializes in the skin of dogs ... we saw one for our dog that had a terrible skin condition and it turned out to be a fungus
there are so many things and they can be treated
do not let some of these letters you received upset you
no one could have looked worse than my dog and now she has a gorgeous coat
check in your area for a dermatologist
did your vet not recommend that you should see one
they should know where the closest one is located
take a look at these sites ...
http://www.vet.utk.edu/clinical/sacs/der...
http://www.westiemed.org/health/malassez...
http://www.dermapet.com/articles/art-20....
much good luck to you ...
Reply:Your dog has malazzesia which is a yeast overgrowth. You need to get a vet who isn't pumping the poor thing full of steroids, as you said it doesn't help and the dog is probably miserable. A completely grain free diet would be a good start. Google malazzesia or yeast overgrowth in canines to get some idea what's going on. Good luck.
HELP! adopting a Labradoodle with Skin Problems?
Hello - I am getting ready to adopt a beautiful female labradoodle but her current owner says she thinks she has skin problems. Sister just turned a year old and has her owner sent me an email saying:
"She does not look the way she did in that bushy picture. Her skin is red on her legs and her tummy. She needs to be taken to the vet to see what kind of skin problem she has. I am trying to be as upfront with you as possible. I can not afford to take her to the vet myself or I would."
The current owner also mentioned that Sister also has a spot above her tail the she has been biting at. ANY idea as to what this could be??? She mention that this skin problem started when she moved so is some type of allergy possible?
I am willing to take care of a problem that is manageable but I don't want to get a dog that my children have to watch suffer. PLEASE give me any advise as soon as possible as I am suppose to drive 3 hours to purchase her on Saturday. Thank yo so much!
HELP! adopting a Labradoodle with Skin Problems?
Skin issues are very tricky. If it is something easy like FAD then it would be no big deal. Is she spayed? If she is and she is having this problem it is most likely not Demodex. If it is Sarcoptic be careful.. it is highly contagious.
If it is allergies you could be in for an easy fix or a nightmare. The easy fix is that her food needs to be a better quality and she needs good clean living conditions. The down side is that you could be saddled with a dog that needs montly shots, special food, and medicine for the rest of her life.
Reply:What the hell is a labradoodle?
Reply:It's most likely a food allergy, do you know what she's being fed? Try switching her to a better food like Innova Evo or a raw diet and see if that helps before you do anything else- a vet will be happy to take your money and probably not give you much good advice in the process.
Reply:Wow, it could be food, could be
dust mites on an on....could be very expensive to diagnose or it could be a flea treatment is needed....
If I were you I would stand back and say if my friend were going to purchase a 1 yr old dog...Purchase...being the key word, instead of rescue....which is what it really sounds like....
would I advise her to not even see the dog because you know you'll feel sorry for the dog, bring it home, then to the vets and it could cost a mint to work on the problems it has...it might be as simple as intolerance to food it's eating....but at 1 yr. most dogs do not have skin problems. I'd back out if they wanted money for it especially.
Reply:it's not a known "breed" that has major skin problems, like shar peis. i would guess an allergy of some sort is hitting this girl, but is likely to be treatable once you figure out what's going on. the key is just figuring out what it is, and with pets it is often a case of trial and error to see what works. the areas that are red and itchy sound most likely to be either fleas or food. (fleas are a very very common allergy in dogs - all it takes is one bite to cause major itching, kind of like a mosquito to humans). that would be my first thing to look at.
• get her to a vet for a check...they may do a scraping, but these areas are not the first areas hit with either demodectic or sarcoptic mange so it's unlikely - they are more likely to look her over and give a shot/meds short-term to help control the itching...you'll want to bring her in to make sure it's not a bacterial skin infection that's causing this. it would need meds to clear it up, nothing else you do will help if it is, although it's not generally expensive to treat.
• get her on flea prevention, bathe her in oatmeal rinse shampoo or something like chlorhexidine shampoo (most vets carry it). see if that helps calm things down.
• if that doesn't help, change the food to a hypoallergenic one made with something like duck, venison, potato...there are plenty of good ones out there like this, some cheaper than others, just look at ingredients...canidae, royal canin %26amp; wellness all make good ones. stay away from beef, wheat, chicken, corn, these are the main food allergies for pets...
in the meantime, you can put sulfadene (available over the counter in some pet stores) on the spots to help with the itching. or brew some really strong tea and let if cool...put a cloth soaked in it on the spots - it will also help with the inflammation %26amp; itching. but unless you find the cause, it will continue. so once you get her, take her to a vet and see what they suggest as a course of treatment. good luck!
Reply:My dog had a skin condition and it was caused by corn in his food. Try finding biscuits/wet food without corn in it. He had no hair on his lower back but it has know grown all back. If that doesn't work it could be a flea or grass allergy...
Reply:I have a Schnoodle [Shnauzer + poodle] and Cockapoo [Cocker spaniel + poodle]. The schnoodle does not have sensitive skin, but our cockapoo [he seems to have a stronger poodle influence esp in appearance] has extremely sensitive skin.
Poodles have sensitive skin. Both dogs started losing hair during the summer. The Schnoodle had a red, angry bald patch at the base of his tail, but the Cockapoo had a red belly and red hind legs. Turns out they had picked up fleas from outside, so we treated them with Frontline. Both healed completely. We know when the Frontline wears off because the Cockapoo will start licking and nibbling at his skin until it is gets red. He even pulls out his hair.
She could have a food allergy or a shampoo allergy. Perhaps the breeder is using highly perfumed shampoos. The pup could also have some sort of fungal infection. It's really hard to say because I do not know the living conditions of the dog. There could be an untreated flea infestation.
It is very possible that perhaps some irresponsible breeding has occured and the pup has severely sensitive skin due to genetics.
Overall, I would take her to the vet and see what it is. If it is the flea or the fungal infection it should be manageable. Fungal infection= complete the vet prescribed treatment. If it's fleas, then you know you must use Frontline every month to prevent a breakout.
Additionally, because of the poodle fur you will need to purchase a dog comb and slicker brush and brush her every 2-3 days unless you send her out for grooming. This is the only way you can prevent matts, which cause skin inflammation and infection. The moisture under the matts may feel itchy so the dog may chew, lick, or scratch that area raw.
My best wishes to you! I hope it turns out to be a manageable condition because it sounds like you'd be a great family for her.
bougainvillea
"She does not look the way she did in that bushy picture. Her skin is red on her legs and her tummy. She needs to be taken to the vet to see what kind of skin problem she has. I am trying to be as upfront with you as possible. I can not afford to take her to the vet myself or I would."
The current owner also mentioned that Sister also has a spot above her tail the she has been biting at. ANY idea as to what this could be??? She mention that this skin problem started when she moved so is some type of allergy possible?
I am willing to take care of a problem that is manageable but I don't want to get a dog that my children have to watch suffer. PLEASE give me any advise as soon as possible as I am suppose to drive 3 hours to purchase her on Saturday. Thank yo so much!
HELP! adopting a Labradoodle with Skin Problems?
Skin issues are very tricky. If it is something easy like FAD then it would be no big deal. Is she spayed? If she is and she is having this problem it is most likely not Demodex. If it is Sarcoptic be careful.. it is highly contagious.
If it is allergies you could be in for an easy fix or a nightmare. The easy fix is that her food needs to be a better quality and she needs good clean living conditions. The down side is that you could be saddled with a dog that needs montly shots, special food, and medicine for the rest of her life.
Reply:What the hell is a labradoodle?
Reply:It's most likely a food allergy, do you know what she's being fed? Try switching her to a better food like Innova Evo or a raw diet and see if that helps before you do anything else- a vet will be happy to take your money and probably not give you much good advice in the process.
Reply:Wow, it could be food, could be
dust mites on an on....could be very expensive to diagnose or it could be a flea treatment is needed....
If I were you I would stand back and say if my friend were going to purchase a 1 yr old dog...Purchase...being the key word, instead of rescue....which is what it really sounds like....
would I advise her to not even see the dog because you know you'll feel sorry for the dog, bring it home, then to the vets and it could cost a mint to work on the problems it has...it might be as simple as intolerance to food it's eating....but at 1 yr. most dogs do not have skin problems. I'd back out if they wanted money for it especially.
Reply:it's not a known "breed" that has major skin problems, like shar peis. i would guess an allergy of some sort is hitting this girl, but is likely to be treatable once you figure out what's going on. the key is just figuring out what it is, and with pets it is often a case of trial and error to see what works. the areas that are red and itchy sound most likely to be either fleas or food. (fleas are a very very common allergy in dogs - all it takes is one bite to cause major itching, kind of like a mosquito to humans). that would be my first thing to look at.
• get her to a vet for a check...they may do a scraping, but these areas are not the first areas hit with either demodectic or sarcoptic mange so it's unlikely - they are more likely to look her over and give a shot/meds short-term to help control the itching...you'll want to bring her in to make sure it's not a bacterial skin infection that's causing this. it would need meds to clear it up, nothing else you do will help if it is, although it's not generally expensive to treat.
• get her on flea prevention, bathe her in oatmeal rinse shampoo or something like chlorhexidine shampoo (most vets carry it). see if that helps calm things down.
• if that doesn't help, change the food to a hypoallergenic one made with something like duck, venison, potato...there are plenty of good ones out there like this, some cheaper than others, just look at ingredients...canidae, royal canin %26amp; wellness all make good ones. stay away from beef, wheat, chicken, corn, these are the main food allergies for pets...
in the meantime, you can put sulfadene (available over the counter in some pet stores) on the spots to help with the itching. or brew some really strong tea and let if cool...put a cloth soaked in it on the spots - it will also help with the inflammation %26amp; itching. but unless you find the cause, it will continue. so once you get her, take her to a vet and see what they suggest as a course of treatment. good luck!
Reply:My dog had a skin condition and it was caused by corn in his food. Try finding biscuits/wet food without corn in it. He had no hair on his lower back but it has know grown all back. If that doesn't work it could be a flea or grass allergy...
Reply:I have a Schnoodle [Shnauzer + poodle] and Cockapoo [Cocker spaniel + poodle]. The schnoodle does not have sensitive skin, but our cockapoo [he seems to have a stronger poodle influence esp in appearance] has extremely sensitive skin.
Poodles have sensitive skin. Both dogs started losing hair during the summer. The Schnoodle had a red, angry bald patch at the base of his tail, but the Cockapoo had a red belly and red hind legs. Turns out they had picked up fleas from outside, so we treated them with Frontline. Both healed completely. We know when the Frontline wears off because the Cockapoo will start licking and nibbling at his skin until it is gets red. He even pulls out his hair.
She could have a food allergy or a shampoo allergy. Perhaps the breeder is using highly perfumed shampoos. The pup could also have some sort of fungal infection. It's really hard to say because I do not know the living conditions of the dog. There could be an untreated flea infestation.
It is very possible that perhaps some irresponsible breeding has occured and the pup has severely sensitive skin due to genetics.
Overall, I would take her to the vet and see what it is. If it is the flea or the fungal infection it should be manageable. Fungal infection= complete the vet prescribed treatment. If it's fleas, then you know you must use Frontline every month to prevent a breakout.
Additionally, because of the poodle fur you will need to purchase a dog comb and slicker brush and brush her every 2-3 days unless you send her out for grooming. This is the only way you can prevent matts, which cause skin inflammation and infection. The moisture under the matts may feel itchy so the dog may chew, lick, or scratch that area raw.
My best wishes to you! I hope it turns out to be a manageable condition because it sounds like you'd be a great family for her.
bougainvillea
Question for: Dog Groomers 'Eqyss Micro-Tek Shampoo'?
Any of you tried this product? Is it as great as it sounds?
Would love to hear some feedback on it.
I'm thinking of ordering some for my shop. Alot of the dogs I groom have skin issues. Wonder if it helps with yeast and other skin problems.
Thanks!
Question for: Dog Groomers 'Eqyss Micro-Tek Shampoo'?
Sorry I haven't used that one. I used mostly BioGroom and PPP and vet prescription shampoos.
I had many regulars on weekly schedules if they were having skin problems. I also sent them to a Dermatologist (vet specialist) and after he diagnosed them I had them bring me the shampoos he wanted used and labeled them so the dog could always have it's own shampoo at the shop.
With the help of my vet and the Dermatology vet I got many of my clients skin better. I also consulted on the dog's diet if needed...many were not on good food at first. I did not push the Vet's brands.....just better food in general.
Yeast or skin infections need to be diagnosed by a vet so the exact shampoo or treatment can be used.
I also disinfected all the kennels and the grooming table and equipment between dogs. I used a parvocide that disinfected for everything. After each dog got bathed the kennel got cleaned before the clean dog was put back. And i never put another dog into a kennel without making sure it was clean and disinfected.
Many shops are quite dirty. I think every bit helps.
Googled and found this:
http://www.groomers.net/discus/messages/...
I googled the website that makes the shampoo it certainly does make a lot of claims...it would be nice if it is true :)
Reply:I haven't had personal experience with that particular brand, but I've tried a LOT of shampoos, and most of the 'miracles' don't really happen. For one thing, you have to understand that even a basic oatmeal shampoo is pretty much useless if only used every 6-8 weeks when the dog comes in for grooming. Unless you plan to buy take-home sizes and get all your customers to bathe at least once a week with the same products you're using, it just won't do any good. Medicated baths have to be regular to be effective.
Any shampoo made with Tea Tree Oil will produce pretty much the same effects, and it's cheaper. :-) Either way, good luck!
Reply:I've used it on my horse before and had great results. In fact, I use a number of their products on my horse. Not sure if it would work as well on a dog or even if it's safe to use on a dog.
I've also used Eqyss's spray for rain rot with great success, so the claims the company makes are in deed valid; however, I would make darn sure it's safe to use on a dog before using it on even my own dog let alone a client's.
There is an iodine shampoo that is safe for dogs as well as horses that is effective for some skin conditions. Since this evening I'm going out to see my horse, I'll look at the bottle so that I can tell you the brand. I know that I ordered it from Jeffers, however.
Would love to hear some feedback on it.
I'm thinking of ordering some for my shop. Alot of the dogs I groom have skin issues. Wonder if it helps with yeast and other skin problems.
Thanks!
Question for: Dog Groomers 'Eqyss Micro-Tek Shampoo'?
Sorry I haven't used that one. I used mostly BioGroom and PPP and vet prescription shampoos.
I had many regulars on weekly schedules if they were having skin problems. I also sent them to a Dermatologist (vet specialist) and after he diagnosed them I had them bring me the shampoos he wanted used and labeled them so the dog could always have it's own shampoo at the shop.
With the help of my vet and the Dermatology vet I got many of my clients skin better. I also consulted on the dog's diet if needed...many were not on good food at first. I did not push the Vet's brands.....just better food in general.
Yeast or skin infections need to be diagnosed by a vet so the exact shampoo or treatment can be used.
I also disinfected all the kennels and the grooming table and equipment between dogs. I used a parvocide that disinfected for everything. After each dog got bathed the kennel got cleaned before the clean dog was put back. And i never put another dog into a kennel without making sure it was clean and disinfected.
Many shops are quite dirty. I think every bit helps.
Googled and found this:
http://www.groomers.net/discus/messages/...
I googled the website that makes the shampoo it certainly does make a lot of claims...it would be nice if it is true :)
Reply:I haven't had personal experience with that particular brand, but I've tried a LOT of shampoos, and most of the 'miracles' don't really happen. For one thing, you have to understand that even a basic oatmeal shampoo is pretty much useless if only used every 6-8 weeks when the dog comes in for grooming. Unless you plan to buy take-home sizes and get all your customers to bathe at least once a week with the same products you're using, it just won't do any good. Medicated baths have to be regular to be effective.
Any shampoo made with Tea Tree Oil will produce pretty much the same effects, and it's cheaper. :-) Either way, good luck!
Reply:I've used it on my horse before and had great results. In fact, I use a number of their products on my horse. Not sure if it would work as well on a dog or even if it's safe to use on a dog.
I've also used Eqyss's spray for rain rot with great success, so the claims the company makes are in deed valid; however, I would make darn sure it's safe to use on a dog before using it on even my own dog let alone a client's.
There is an iodine shampoo that is safe for dogs as well as horses that is effective for some skin conditions. Since this evening I'm going out to see my horse, I'll look at the bottle so that I can tell you the brand. I know that I ordered it from Jeffers, however.
Apple cider vinager on dog?
has anyone tried using apple cider vinager on dog. i read that it helpcure itching, and skin problem. would like to know what is the doseg
Apple cider vinager on dog?
You can just rinse him in it after a bath. It's good for them.
Reply:We use it on all of our dogs food. Dosage depends on dogs size. Add apple cider vinegar directly to food or drinking water, starting with small amounts and building up to 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per 15 pounds of body weight for dogs and cats (1 teaspoon per day for the average cat, 1 tablespoon for a 50-pound dog or 2 tablespoons for a 90-pound dog). By gradually adding small doses to your pet's food over time, you can help even the most finicky eater to accept this valuable food. We give extra to my min pin for his runny eyes. Works wonders.
Reply:Oh yeah it is great for dogs, I put 1 tsp in their drinking water. In the summer, I mix it 50/50 with water and spray it on them. It keeps away the mosquitoes, black flies etc. It is good for dry skin, itchy skin, rashes, hot spots, you name it.
Remember too, if you have problems on the outside, it likely is coming from within. Check your food to make sure that you are feeding a quality diet.
Apple cider vinager on dog?
You can just rinse him in it after a bath. It's good for them.
Reply:We use it on all of our dogs food. Dosage depends on dogs size. Add apple cider vinegar directly to food or drinking water, starting with small amounts and building up to 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per 15 pounds of body weight for dogs and cats (1 teaspoon per day for the average cat, 1 tablespoon for a 50-pound dog or 2 tablespoons for a 90-pound dog). By gradually adding small doses to your pet's food over time, you can help even the most finicky eater to accept this valuable food. We give extra to my min pin for his runny eyes. Works wonders.
Reply:Oh yeah it is great for dogs, I put 1 tsp in their drinking water. In the summer, I mix it 50/50 with water and spray it on them. It keeps away the mosquitoes, black flies etc. It is good for dry skin, itchy skin, rashes, hot spots, you name it.
Remember too, if you have problems on the outside, it likely is coming from within. Check your food to make sure that you are feeding a quality diet.
What's the best way to look after a 16 yr old cat with pain in hip area & skin problems?
Im a little concerned about my cat, she's 16 years old %26amp; apart from being the victim of a v.nasty dog attack 10yrs ago we've had no problem with her health (apart from her being v.paranoid if you touch the area she was bitten).
She seems perfectly ok but Im concerned about her weight (she was the runt of the litter %26amp; is very thin), she's very active %26amp; occasionally falls if jumping. She also seems to have nibbled some of her fur away near her hip - I was told it was due to fleas but we've blitzed her %26amp; cant find any trace of fleas...only rather sensitive looking skin.
When you stroke her if you touch her below her ribs she hisses %26amp; scratches - I know her old attack scars are there but am concerned about her hips.
My Mum thinks she could've just developed sensitive skin %26amp; maybe a bit of cat arthritis in her hips.
Can anyone enlighten me as to what the problem's likely to %26amp; what the average lifespan for a domestic cat is?
What's the best way to look after a 16 yr old cat with pain in hip area %26amp; skin problems?
It may be arthritis, it's a good possibility because of previous trauma to the area. If you're really concerned a vet can do an exam and an x-ray looking for any fractures or cracks to the hip area, especially as you said she fell when jumping. Their hips are very thin bones so there is a chance she damaged something there without you knowing and it's causing her pain.
The sensitive skin may be just dryness, or it could be a reaction to something--again the vet would know.
An average lifespan is closer to 20 years now for a cat, whereas 15 used to be the average back around 1980. They live longer nowadays.
Try adding 1/4 tsp of canola oil to her dry food once or twice a week and see if that helps the skin, but if she remains sensitive to touch back there, I'd schedule a vet appointment for her to be looked at. Especially if her pupils are very large when she's reacting to the touch (large pupils often indicate pain). Also watch to see if she is a little awkward getting up after laying down for any length of time and if she easily raises her tail vertically, problems with the hips would impair these two actions.
Reply:Sounds like she is on her last legs, 16 is pretty old, take her to a vet they will be able to give you better idea.
Reply:Have you had bloodwork done to check for thyroid, kidney problems, or diabetes? All common in older cats and treatable. There are medications available that are safe for cats that have arthritis and will make her time left more comfortable. Please see your vet for info. My cat is 18.5 and is doing fine, so you can't tell how much time she has left.
Reply:Congratulations on caring for a cat to age 16.
Arthritis is a possibility. Do speak to your vet about that. Some people like to provide senior cats with supplements of glucosamine and chondroitin, research and anecdotal information on the benefits are mixed. Some say it does no good, other report some benefit; it doesn't seem to harm. Because she is prone to falling, look into providing her with pet stairs or cat trees she can use to get to and from her favourite high places.
It is possible that her skin has become sensitive, either due to newly developed allergies or a change in major organ function. Again, your vet can help you with this and recommend the best diet, medication and/or treatments for her skin.
At this late time in her life, making happy and comfortable is the best you can do. Talk to an expert for help.
Reply:I'm sorry to brutal, but in my opinion you should have the cat put down. 16 is a very good age for a domestic cat. The cat has lived a good life but the time has come to put an end to it.
You must also consider vet's bills which can be phenomenal (unless you have insurance).
Reply:Your Mum is correct, any injury a pet suffers can turn into painful
Arthritis when the pet gets old. Just like people. There is medication available to ease the poor dears pain, see your Veterinarian asap.
Reply:Get some blood work done. I would have her checked for diabetes because: cats become very thin - second-when their blood glucose level is high, they are very grumpy and hiss etc. etc. especially when you try to pet them ( well this may be a bit of generalization) and last, because diabetes effects the hind quarters because it deprives the body of vitamin B.
Reply:Goodness gracious, I can't believe that anyone would be so callous as to advise you to have her put to sleep.
Right..Age. up to 20 years of age or so. I have just lost my 19 year old Moggie. He was deaf %26amp; his sight wasn't that good. He toddled out into the street %26amp; was run over. it was devastating really! He was tring to follow my daughter to her grany's house :o(
I think it is time to take her to the vets to investigate why this spot is so tender. It might be arthritis, in which case they can help her with anti inflamatories %26amp; pain relief similar to Ibruprophen. However, it might be something that is not obvious to the laymens eye, so I suggest that they might be able to help out where we can't.
Best of luck,
Sheelagh%26gt;"o"%26lt;
Reply:Average lifespan about 12 -15 years....I am not going to bother commenting about the rest.
Reply:Cat's live on average about 15/16 years - although my beautiful kitty was put to sleep earlier this year when he was 21, so they can live beyond the average.
As cats get older, they do tend to thin out, and eat considerably and seem to be a bag of bones in their twilight years - mine was always quite podgy and constantly hungry up until about 4 or 5 years before he died.
If she's having trouble walking, then it is possibly arthritis - it wouldn't be unusual in a cat of her age. So long as she's relatively happy, healthy and eating well (albeit less than previously) then there's no reason to have her put down.
Keep an eye on her and get the vet to have a quick look - often there's something they can prescribe, although cats are notoriously bad at receiving medication!
She seems perfectly ok but Im concerned about her weight (she was the runt of the litter %26amp; is very thin), she's very active %26amp; occasionally falls if jumping. She also seems to have nibbled some of her fur away near her hip - I was told it was due to fleas but we've blitzed her %26amp; cant find any trace of fleas...only rather sensitive looking skin.
When you stroke her if you touch her below her ribs she hisses %26amp; scratches - I know her old attack scars are there but am concerned about her hips.
My Mum thinks she could've just developed sensitive skin %26amp; maybe a bit of cat arthritis in her hips.
Can anyone enlighten me as to what the problem's likely to %26amp; what the average lifespan for a domestic cat is?
What's the best way to look after a 16 yr old cat with pain in hip area %26amp; skin problems?
It may be arthritis, it's a good possibility because of previous trauma to the area. If you're really concerned a vet can do an exam and an x-ray looking for any fractures or cracks to the hip area, especially as you said she fell when jumping. Their hips are very thin bones so there is a chance she damaged something there without you knowing and it's causing her pain.
The sensitive skin may be just dryness, or it could be a reaction to something--again the vet would know.
An average lifespan is closer to 20 years now for a cat, whereas 15 used to be the average back around 1980. They live longer nowadays.
Try adding 1/4 tsp of canola oil to her dry food once or twice a week and see if that helps the skin, but if she remains sensitive to touch back there, I'd schedule a vet appointment for her to be looked at. Especially if her pupils are very large when she's reacting to the touch (large pupils often indicate pain). Also watch to see if she is a little awkward getting up after laying down for any length of time and if she easily raises her tail vertically, problems with the hips would impair these two actions.
Reply:Sounds like she is on her last legs, 16 is pretty old, take her to a vet they will be able to give you better idea.
Reply:Have you had bloodwork done to check for thyroid, kidney problems, or diabetes? All common in older cats and treatable. There are medications available that are safe for cats that have arthritis and will make her time left more comfortable. Please see your vet for info. My cat is 18.5 and is doing fine, so you can't tell how much time she has left.
Reply:Congratulations on caring for a cat to age 16.
Arthritis is a possibility. Do speak to your vet about that. Some people like to provide senior cats with supplements of glucosamine and chondroitin, research and anecdotal information on the benefits are mixed. Some say it does no good, other report some benefit; it doesn't seem to harm. Because she is prone to falling, look into providing her with pet stairs or cat trees she can use to get to and from her favourite high places.
It is possible that her skin has become sensitive, either due to newly developed allergies or a change in major organ function. Again, your vet can help you with this and recommend the best diet, medication and/or treatments for her skin.
At this late time in her life, making happy and comfortable is the best you can do. Talk to an expert for help.
Reply:I'm sorry to brutal, but in my opinion you should have the cat put down. 16 is a very good age for a domestic cat. The cat has lived a good life but the time has come to put an end to it.
You must also consider vet's bills which can be phenomenal (unless you have insurance).
Reply:Your Mum is correct, any injury a pet suffers can turn into painful
Arthritis when the pet gets old. Just like people. There is medication available to ease the poor dears pain, see your Veterinarian asap.
Reply:Get some blood work done. I would have her checked for diabetes because: cats become very thin - second-when their blood glucose level is high, they are very grumpy and hiss etc. etc. especially when you try to pet them ( well this may be a bit of generalization) and last, because diabetes effects the hind quarters because it deprives the body of vitamin B.
Reply:Goodness gracious, I can't believe that anyone would be so callous as to advise you to have her put to sleep.
Right..Age. up to 20 years of age or so. I have just lost my 19 year old Moggie. He was deaf %26amp; his sight wasn't that good. He toddled out into the street %26amp; was run over. it was devastating really! He was tring to follow my daughter to her grany's house :o(
I think it is time to take her to the vets to investigate why this spot is so tender. It might be arthritis, in which case they can help her with anti inflamatories %26amp; pain relief similar to Ibruprophen. However, it might be something that is not obvious to the laymens eye, so I suggest that they might be able to help out where we can't.
Best of luck,
Sheelagh%26gt;"o"%26lt;
Reply:Average lifespan about 12 -15 years....I am not going to bother commenting about the rest.
Reply:Cat's live on average about 15/16 years - although my beautiful kitty was put to sleep earlier this year when he was 21, so they can live beyond the average.
As cats get older, they do tend to thin out, and eat considerably and seem to be a bag of bones in their twilight years - mine was always quite podgy and constantly hungry up until about 4 or 5 years before he died.
If she's having trouble walking, then it is possibly arthritis - it wouldn't be unusual in a cat of her age. So long as she's relatively happy, healthy and eating well (albeit less than previously) then there's no reason to have her put down.
Keep an eye on her and get the vet to have a quick look - often there's something they can prescribe, although cats are notoriously bad at receiving medication!
What causes the black greasy patches on a dogs skin under its coat.?
When the dog is bathed, even with good quality dog shampoo, some of it comes off but lots of patches remain and look unsightly when you part the coat. What can be used to remove all the black. (Please note I am not refering to the black pigment where the skin on here tummies changes colour with age sometimes and I dont mean flea dirt - it is neither of these things). Can anyone tell me what it could be and how to remove it - the dog is a yorkie and about 11yrs old. It doesnt irritate her and she is not ill, the other dogs that live with her do not have this problem. Between baths it just builds up again, is it just that she has developed a greasy skin with age that attracts dirt?
What causes the black greasy patches on a dogs skin under its coat.?
Often hormonal changes, such as hypothyroid, will cause skin pigmentation and oiliness of the fur. It is usually accompanied by weight gain, lethargy, and thirst. Best to have her looked at, especially at her age, and a full blood panel run, complete with T4 (thyroid panel). It is easily treatable, but can cause a lot of problems if left untreated.
There are other possibilities, including diabetes, Cushing's, and various other problems, but the clinical signs of these are more extreme, you would probably notice skin changes last (after weight gain, poor condition, vomiting, unquenchable thirst, excess urination, etc).
Reply:She could have over active secretion glands.. I would consult a vet on this one.. Even if it is just a phone call asking them what they think.
Reply:skin cancer?? i dont know it sounds strange.. as with anything else, when not sure go to the vet and get it checked out....
shell flower
What causes the black greasy patches on a dogs skin under its coat.?
Often hormonal changes, such as hypothyroid, will cause skin pigmentation and oiliness of the fur. It is usually accompanied by weight gain, lethargy, and thirst. Best to have her looked at, especially at her age, and a full blood panel run, complete with T4 (thyroid panel). It is easily treatable, but can cause a lot of problems if left untreated.
There are other possibilities, including diabetes, Cushing's, and various other problems, but the clinical signs of these are more extreme, you would probably notice skin changes last (after weight gain, poor condition, vomiting, unquenchable thirst, excess urination, etc).
Reply:She could have over active secretion glands.. I would consult a vet on this one.. Even if it is just a phone call asking them what they think.
Reply:skin cancer?? i dont know it sounds strange.. as with anything else, when not sure go to the vet and get it checked out....
shell flower
Help! Why why won't my dog stop losing his hair?
I took him to the vet, and he was tested for everything. It's not mange or any disease or anything, the vet says he's just got allergies and he'll be fine, but his poor little tushie is BALD! I hear that small breeds (he's a boston terrier mix) and inside dogs are more prone to skin problems, but there must be something i can do to keep him from going totally bald
Help! Why why won't my dog stop losing his hair?
This can also be cause by vaccines. See link for Wisconsin University. When it comes to Benedrly, don't take previous advice. It needs to be given by weight. Pet med list and dosage link is also below.
Reply:verb. it's what dogs do.
Reply:Does he itch? Does he hurt? If not??? Let him go bald...if its not hurting him, and the vet says its allergies, go with it...
You'll love him anyway, won't you?
Reply:I think your pup is simply going through malting. If you let him be, I'm sure he'll be back to his old furry, lovable self.
Reply:If its allergies, try a different type
of food, it could be something in the
food he eats. Dogs benefit from eating
omega 3's too. Try giving your dog some
fish oil, I drain the oil or water from
tuna and or salmon, and give it to my
pet once in a while this helps the fur
and checking with the pet store on
other products you can use for aiding
hair loss. Good luck.
Reply:Thats just what happens when you have a dog.
Its worse when you have a pool,All the hair gets blown into it!
Reply:If it is allergies did your vet give you any suggestions? If not this what my vet told me. He said I could give my dog a half of a children's Benadryl once a day. I wrap it in a peace of cheese and give it to her that way. She takes quite well She thinks she is getting a treat. Another thing you might consider is the type of dog food you are feeding your dog. If you feed your dog a dog food from a grocer store stop go to a pet store and try Natural Choice. It is a great dog food and does help your dogs skin and coat. I hope this will help you. Oh one more thing if you are going to change your dogs dog food do it very slowly by mixing the old with the new gradually. You can ask a sales person at a pet store or a pet trainer how to do this. let me know if this helps you out.
Reply:There is some extensive testing that can be done to find out what the dog is allergic to. Talk to your vet about this, or try getting a second opinion
Reply:If you change his dog food:
Remember to stick only a little bit of the new kinda dog food in with his reg dog food! Every day put a tiny bit more of the new kind so your dog doesn't get sick from the diet change.
If you want you can feed him a hard-boiled egg, he'll probably eat it, eggs are good for hair (i forget why).
I hope you find out what his allergic to, allergy medicines work better at preventing an allergy, than stopping an allergic reaction already in progress.
Reply:Did they do a thyroid test? Thyroid disease is often responsible for hair loss in dogs. Also, even one flea bite can cause irritation and loss of hair if the dog is allergic to the flea saliva. I would use a good flea preventative like Advantage and closely read the instructions. The other thing that could definitely be responsible for hair loss is an allergy to the diet that you've been feeding. You may want to do an elimination diet where you start with a diet that consists of one thing (like maybe duck) that the dog has never had before. Ask your vet for specific instructions on how to do the elimination diet or join us here for instructions http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ToyDogLove...
Help! Why why won't my dog stop losing his hair?
This can also be cause by vaccines. See link for Wisconsin University. When it comes to Benedrly, don't take previous advice. It needs to be given by weight. Pet med list and dosage link is also below.
Reply:verb. it's what dogs do.
Reply:Does he itch? Does he hurt? If not??? Let him go bald...if its not hurting him, and the vet says its allergies, go with it...
You'll love him anyway, won't you?
Reply:I think your pup is simply going through malting. If you let him be, I'm sure he'll be back to his old furry, lovable self.
Reply:If its allergies, try a different type
of food, it could be something in the
food he eats. Dogs benefit from eating
omega 3's too. Try giving your dog some
fish oil, I drain the oil or water from
tuna and or salmon, and give it to my
pet once in a while this helps the fur
and checking with the pet store on
other products you can use for aiding
hair loss. Good luck.
Reply:Thats just what happens when you have a dog.
Its worse when you have a pool,All the hair gets blown into it!
Reply:If it is allergies did your vet give you any suggestions? If not this what my vet told me. He said I could give my dog a half of a children's Benadryl once a day. I wrap it in a peace of cheese and give it to her that way. She takes quite well She thinks she is getting a treat. Another thing you might consider is the type of dog food you are feeding your dog. If you feed your dog a dog food from a grocer store stop go to a pet store and try Natural Choice. It is a great dog food and does help your dogs skin and coat. I hope this will help you. Oh one more thing if you are going to change your dogs dog food do it very slowly by mixing the old with the new gradually. You can ask a sales person at a pet store or a pet trainer how to do this. let me know if this helps you out.
Reply:There is some extensive testing that can be done to find out what the dog is allergic to. Talk to your vet about this, or try getting a second opinion
Reply:If you change his dog food:
Remember to stick only a little bit of the new kinda dog food in with his reg dog food! Every day put a tiny bit more of the new kind so your dog doesn't get sick from the diet change.
If you want you can feed him a hard-boiled egg, he'll probably eat it, eggs are good for hair (i forget why).
I hope you find out what his allergic to, allergy medicines work better at preventing an allergy, than stopping an allergic reaction already in progress.
Reply:Did they do a thyroid test? Thyroid disease is often responsible for hair loss in dogs. Also, even one flea bite can cause irritation and loss of hair if the dog is allergic to the flea saliva. I would use a good flea preventative like Advantage and closely read the instructions. The other thing that could definitely be responsible for hair loss is an allergy to the diet that you've been feeding. You may want to do an elimination diet where you start with a diet that consists of one thing (like maybe duck) that the dog has never had before. Ask your vet for specific instructions on how to do the elimination diet or join us here for instructions http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ToyDogLove...
Possible skin allergies in dogs?
My 2 y/o Jack Russell/Shih Tzu mix scratches, bites and licks at his back almost constantly to the point of having bald patches. There is no sign of him having any fleas and nothing has changed in the household. His diet consists of mainly Alpo canned which I have checked and it contains no red dye #40 which I have been told can cause skin problems in the shih tzu breed. Any suggestions of what may be causing his skin problem or what I can do to alleviate it or at least improve his condition.
Possible skin allergies in dogs?
if you are feeding fish to your dog then just stop it i am 100%sure fish causes skin problems
Reply:this is a situation that needs to be addressed by your vet....there are so many possibilities....
has the dog recently been vaccinated?
could still be a food allergy
do you use plastic dog dishes?
possible skin problem other than allergy
stress related etc
at any rate,your dog is uncomfortable and deserves to be seen and treated to feel better
Reply:My best guess is a food allergy, but you really want to consult a vet on this issue.
The red flag here is that you are feeding Alpo. Here are the ingredients:
http://forums.dogfoodproject.com/showfla...
Ground yellow corn, beef and bone meal, soybean meal, beef tallow (preserved with BHA), animal digest, salt, choline chloride, zinc sulfate, vitamin E supplement, ferrous sulfate, added color (red 40, yellow 5, blue 2), manganese sulfate, niacin, vitamin A supplement, calcium carbonate, brewers dried yeast, copper sulfate, calcium pantothenate, natural flavor, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin D3 supplement, riboflavin supplement, calcium iodate, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), folic acid, biotin, sodium selenite
Nearly all or ANY of these ingredients could be negatively affecting your dog. Corn, by-products, soy and so on can all create issues in your dog.
I would suggest you look in to something of a higher-quality. And yes, you CAN afford something better!!!
How about these:
Merrick
Innova
California Natural
Natural Balance
Heck, even Nature's Recipe might be best for your dog!
Please do some research in to dog food and the ingredients you should avoid. The best place to start is here:
www.dogfoodproject.com
Good luck!
Reply:A vet is the first place to start. Your dog might have something not able to be seen by the human eye. I just adopted a dog that has food allergies... yes, she is allergic to wheat! So she gets a wheat free diet. That also means no table scraps.. Not only that... she can not go running out in the woods... grass allergies. The worst yet... she is a hunting dog. Well, this is the reason she was dumped by the breeder to a kill shelter. So do your self and your pet a favor... take her to the vet.
Reply:Don't rule out fleas if you're not regularly treating with a veterinary flea treatment. Doing this is the only way you can be sure he doesn't have fleas, unless you know exactly how to check for them.
Beyond that, this could be mites, a hormonal imbalance or skin infection. It could still be allergies - these can develop spontaneously, even if nothing's changed.
You really need to get the dog checked by a vet to find out what's causing this. If you don't know what's wrong, you can't treat it of course - you can't just apply random treatment if you don't know what's wrong, it might make things worse. I'm afraid there's no way we could diagnose over the internet, even if we were vets.
Chalice
Possible skin allergies in dogs?
if you are feeding fish to your dog then just stop it i am 100%sure fish causes skin problems
Reply:this is a situation that needs to be addressed by your vet....there are so many possibilities....
has the dog recently been vaccinated?
could still be a food allergy
do you use plastic dog dishes?
possible skin problem other than allergy
stress related etc
at any rate,your dog is uncomfortable and deserves to be seen and treated to feel better
Reply:My best guess is a food allergy, but you really want to consult a vet on this issue.
The red flag here is that you are feeding Alpo. Here are the ingredients:
http://forums.dogfoodproject.com/showfla...
Ground yellow corn, beef and bone meal, soybean meal, beef tallow (preserved with BHA), animal digest, salt, choline chloride, zinc sulfate, vitamin E supplement, ferrous sulfate, added color (red 40, yellow 5, blue 2), manganese sulfate, niacin, vitamin A supplement, calcium carbonate, brewers dried yeast, copper sulfate, calcium pantothenate, natural flavor, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin D3 supplement, riboflavin supplement, calcium iodate, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), folic acid, biotin, sodium selenite
Nearly all or ANY of these ingredients could be negatively affecting your dog. Corn, by-products, soy and so on can all create issues in your dog.
I would suggest you look in to something of a higher-quality. And yes, you CAN afford something better!!!
How about these:
Merrick
Innova
California Natural
Natural Balance
Heck, even Nature's Recipe might be best for your dog!
Please do some research in to dog food and the ingredients you should avoid. The best place to start is here:
www.dogfoodproject.com
Good luck!
Reply:A vet is the first place to start. Your dog might have something not able to be seen by the human eye. I just adopted a dog that has food allergies... yes, she is allergic to wheat! So she gets a wheat free diet. That also means no table scraps.. Not only that... she can not go running out in the woods... grass allergies. The worst yet... she is a hunting dog. Well, this is the reason she was dumped by the breeder to a kill shelter. So do your self and your pet a favor... take her to the vet.
Reply:Don't rule out fleas if you're not regularly treating with a veterinary flea treatment. Doing this is the only way you can be sure he doesn't have fleas, unless you know exactly how to check for them.
Beyond that, this could be mites, a hormonal imbalance or skin infection. It could still be allergies - these can develop spontaneously, even if nothing's changed.
You really need to get the dog checked by a vet to find out what's causing this. If you don't know what's wrong, you can't treat it of course - you can't just apply random treatment if you don't know what's wrong, it might make things worse. I'm afraid there's no way we could diagnose over the internet, even if we were vets.
Chalice
Dog eating cat food pt. 2?
Ok, so now that I've discovered it is a bit unhealthy, I need some help. My dog is staying at my grandmother's, and my grandmother has cats. She feeds her cats a cheap-O brand (whatever's on sale at the store) and this is due to a limited in-come, and my dog has to eat high-quality food(I feed Canidae) or else he breaks out into rashes of all sorts(Flea allergy dermatitis, yeast infections, and food allergies).. My dog, for some reason, will eat the cat food when he's got a bowl full of Canidae. My grandmother can't put the cat food bowl up high because she's taught the cats to stay off of counters, etc(it is just one of her pet peeves.) I really don't want my dog to start getting all these skin problems again, how can I stop it?
Dog eating cat food pt. 2?
My parents keep the cat food in a room with a gate up so the dog can't go in and eat the cat food. Do that - find somewhere to put the cat food and block off that area so the dog can't get to it. It'll be a lot easier than trying to teach your dog to leave the cat food alone.
Reply:ohh my dogs used to do the same!if you really want your dog away from the cat food, just ask your grandma to put the dog in a diffrent room until the cats finish eating.
or
to just put the cats food in a diffrent place. theyll start looking for it whenever they get hungry.
Reply:I'm guessing that the cat food doesn't produce allergies for your dog.
As long as it's only for a while, then i think it's alright.
Also, what is harmful is the proteins in sea food, so if its a cheap brand I'm certain that the sea food level is not as high and largely substituted, in which case the risk is minimized.
Reply:My dog is on a special prescription food, so we have to be extra careful of things like that as well.
Our cats are fed on a schedule (morning and night) and get about 30 minutes to eat. When the time is up, we take the food away. That way, we are not keeping the pets separated for very long...
Now, since this is your grandmother's house, she might not be too happy if you tell her what to do with HER pets....so another suggestion would be to bring a baby gate (you can get a cheap pressure-mounted one for around $10) to her house. Gate off the room that the cat food is kept in. If you have a large dog, you could put the baby gate up high enough that the cats can sneak under it but the dog cannot go under or jump over. If the dog is smaller, just check to ensure that the cats can jump OVER the gate to get to their food...older cats may have trouble jumping.
Reply:Yes, dogs will take catfood over their own stuff - it's yummier because it's got a higher fat content.
If your Grandmother feeds the cats at set mealtimes, she can just keep your dog out the room during these times. If not, you've got a bit more of a problem - can't the cats be fed in a room the dog's not allowed in? Because basically, your only option is keeping the dog AWAY from the catfood because he won't stop eating it if he's around in, too tempting!
Chalice
Reply:Sure, your dog could easily have allergic reactions from the cat food. All it can take sometimes is a few bites...
The baby gate idea is good, and another easy and cheap one is to take a large cardboard box, make a hole enough for the cats to get through, but not the dog. (Will only work if the dog is large than the cats ofcourse ) put the kitties food in a bowl insode the box and they can go in there and dine, while your dog whines outside :)
Dog eating cat food pt. 2?
My parents keep the cat food in a room with a gate up so the dog can't go in and eat the cat food. Do that - find somewhere to put the cat food and block off that area so the dog can't get to it. It'll be a lot easier than trying to teach your dog to leave the cat food alone.
Reply:ohh my dogs used to do the same!if you really want your dog away from the cat food, just ask your grandma to put the dog in a diffrent room until the cats finish eating.
or
to just put the cats food in a diffrent place. theyll start looking for it whenever they get hungry.
Reply:I'm guessing that the cat food doesn't produce allergies for your dog.
As long as it's only for a while, then i think it's alright.
Also, what is harmful is the proteins in sea food, so if its a cheap brand I'm certain that the sea food level is not as high and largely substituted, in which case the risk is minimized.
Reply:My dog is on a special prescription food, so we have to be extra careful of things like that as well.
Our cats are fed on a schedule (morning and night) and get about 30 minutes to eat. When the time is up, we take the food away. That way, we are not keeping the pets separated for very long...
Now, since this is your grandmother's house, she might not be too happy if you tell her what to do with HER pets....so another suggestion would be to bring a baby gate (you can get a cheap pressure-mounted one for around $10) to her house. Gate off the room that the cat food is kept in. If you have a large dog, you could put the baby gate up high enough that the cats can sneak under it but the dog cannot go under or jump over. If the dog is smaller, just check to ensure that the cats can jump OVER the gate to get to their food...older cats may have trouble jumping.
Reply:Yes, dogs will take catfood over their own stuff - it's yummier because it's got a higher fat content.
If your Grandmother feeds the cats at set mealtimes, she can just keep your dog out the room during these times. If not, you've got a bit more of a problem - can't the cats be fed in a room the dog's not allowed in? Because basically, your only option is keeping the dog AWAY from the catfood because he won't stop eating it if he's around in, too tempting!
Chalice
Reply:Sure, your dog could easily have allergic reactions from the cat food. All it can take sometimes is a few bites...
The baby gate idea is good, and another easy and cheap one is to take a large cardboard box, make a hole enough for the cats to get through, but not the dog. (Will only work if the dog is large than the cats ofcourse ) put the kitties food in a bowl insode the box and they can go in there and dine, while your dog whines outside :)
HELP !!! My dog has a problem with Fleas.?
She is allergic to the Flea collars and I have used all natural sprays and solutions and she is allergic to those also. Her hair and skin is now discolored and she is losing the hair on her back from scrathing. If anyone has any real ideas please respond. Thank you so much.
HELP !!! My dog has a problem with Fleas.?
YOU REALLY NEED TO TAKE IT TO THE VET.
Reply:Flea collars are no good. Your best bet is to take to vet. Otherwise look at getting your dog onto Frontline Plus. Also, in case you don't know this one, pet insurance is the best solution to helping your dog. I use VPI Petinsurance. VPI covers the costs of Heartguard and Frontline, 100%. You can purchase Frontline cheaper through 1800petmeds.com, rather than going to a local pet store like petco.
Reply:Have you had the vet check her out myfriend had similar problems with her dog and found she was actually allergic to the fleas
Reply:Your poor puppy! Perhaps you should take her to your vet, if nothing is working. They should be able to prescribe something or suggest what you can do. You may have to clear up her skin problems first before trying anything else. Have you tryed pills?Obviously they are not topical so they shouldn't hurt her skin. I use advantage and I have never had a problem, my dog has sensitive skin. Good luck
Reply:There are enough chemicals in her world already, more isn't going to help her. Have you tried flea treats? They are all natural, and they repel fleas. Works great. I've been using them for a few years and now have my mother switched to them for her dogs as well. A friend of mine from Cali has been using them for years with great success.
Dogs love them as they are liver flavored. Somehow the flea treats repel the fleas naturally so you dog doesn't pick them up in the first place. http://www.fleatreat.com Check it out.
Reply:Okay. Try Palmolive REGULAR soap not diluted. Bathe your dog in this. It will kill a lot of the fleas on your dog.. make sure you scrub and scrub everywhere. Gotta get the eggs too!! If you have carpet, have it steam cleaned. You cant get rid of fleas completely unless you eliminate them from EVERYWHERE!!
Good Luck!
Reply:it can be food allergy some dogs have skin problems from certain proteins mine did and I changed food. I keep mine on fronline plus and always use medicated shampoo it does the trick
Reply:Try treating her enviroment for fleas, my dogs suffer from fleas as the bloody roo's keep bringing them into the yard, then the dogs chase the bloody roo's cant win.
Reply:Use KP-24 medicated foam to kill the fleas on contact. You can also use ADVANTAGE on her neck every two weeks to stop them from coming back but they will probably never fully go away cause my dog had fleas as well but that seems to work as long as you keep bathing and giving her advantage. Good Luck Anyway. PS: please do allergy tests before using anything, i don't want her to get a skin allergy form my idea
Reply:vet
Reply:You should probably take her to the vet. Ask your vet if flea treats could work.
My cousin used salt as a natural flea repelent. It prevents fleas from nesting in the carpet, however it doesn't prevent the eggs from hatching.
Reply:frontline works great
Reply:First off you need to spray your yard because you can put flea collars on or even give her shots but if you have them in your yard you will never get rid of them . Spray yard and give her advantage treatments vets also have flea shots now since she is allergic to a lot of them shot might be the best . But spray yard so other will not jump on her . Works for my 4 Schnauzers flea free. good luck
alstroemeria
HELP !!! My dog has a problem with Fleas.?
YOU REALLY NEED TO TAKE IT TO THE VET.
Reply:Flea collars are no good. Your best bet is to take to vet. Otherwise look at getting your dog onto Frontline Plus. Also, in case you don't know this one, pet insurance is the best solution to helping your dog. I use VPI Petinsurance. VPI covers the costs of Heartguard and Frontline, 100%. You can purchase Frontline cheaper through 1800petmeds.com, rather than going to a local pet store like petco.
Reply:Have you had the vet check her out myfriend had similar problems with her dog and found she was actually allergic to the fleas
Reply:Your poor puppy! Perhaps you should take her to your vet, if nothing is working. They should be able to prescribe something or suggest what you can do. You may have to clear up her skin problems first before trying anything else. Have you tryed pills?Obviously they are not topical so they shouldn't hurt her skin. I use advantage and I have never had a problem, my dog has sensitive skin. Good luck
Reply:There are enough chemicals in her world already, more isn't going to help her. Have you tried flea treats? They are all natural, and they repel fleas. Works great. I've been using them for a few years and now have my mother switched to them for her dogs as well. A friend of mine from Cali has been using them for years with great success.
Dogs love them as they are liver flavored. Somehow the flea treats repel the fleas naturally so you dog doesn't pick them up in the first place. http://www.fleatreat.com Check it out.
Reply:Okay. Try Palmolive REGULAR soap not diluted. Bathe your dog in this. It will kill a lot of the fleas on your dog.. make sure you scrub and scrub everywhere. Gotta get the eggs too!! If you have carpet, have it steam cleaned. You cant get rid of fleas completely unless you eliminate them from EVERYWHERE!!
Good Luck!
Reply:it can be food allergy some dogs have skin problems from certain proteins mine did and I changed food. I keep mine on fronline plus and always use medicated shampoo it does the trick
Reply:Try treating her enviroment for fleas, my dogs suffer from fleas as the bloody roo's keep bringing them into the yard, then the dogs chase the bloody roo's cant win.
Reply:Use KP-24 medicated foam to kill the fleas on contact. You can also use ADVANTAGE on her neck every two weeks to stop them from coming back but they will probably never fully go away cause my dog had fleas as well but that seems to work as long as you keep bathing and giving her advantage. Good Luck Anyway. PS: please do allergy tests before using anything, i don't want her to get a skin allergy form my idea
Reply:vet
Reply:You should probably take her to the vet. Ask your vet if flea treats could work.
My cousin used salt as a natural flea repelent. It prevents fleas from nesting in the carpet, however it doesn't prevent the eggs from hatching.
Reply:frontline works great
Reply:First off you need to spray your yard because you can put flea collars on or even give her shots but if you have them in your yard you will never get rid of them . Spray yard and give her advantage treatments vets also have flea shots now since she is allergic to a lot of them shot might be the best . But spray yard so other will not jump on her . Works for my 4 Schnauzers flea free. good luck
alstroemeria
My dog has a problem, need suggestions?
I will describe the symptoms, and the treatments so far...
Basically her symptoms consist of a super itchy stripe of skin that goes from her shoulder blades to her tail.
Also she burps a lot and throws up once or twice a week for no apparent reason, often in the morning when she first gets up.
I have tried at least 5 different kinds of allergy food, to no avail - actually, she puked more often while eating some of the brands of food (ie Wolf King)
Vetrinarians (she has seen 4 so far) all want to start a prednisone routine (a shot and then a couple months of pills) I wont allow this since she has very bad withdrawls from steroids. (she has three legs - her mother sat on her - and has been given way too many antibiotics and steroids in her life due to the surgeries to remove one leg and operate on another twice)
I am treating her with KetoChlor (clorohexidine and ketoconazole) shampoo incase of possible candidia overgrowth, after 4 baths in 5 days she is not changed
My dog has a problem, need suggestions?
Has she had a blood test?
My dog has a thyroid problem that has gotten progressively worse since she's gotten older. The vet noticed the hormonal imbalance a few years ago, but it was borderline so treatment wasn't pursued. Then a few months ago her skin got terrible. She had a rash all over her body. Her skin was flaky and red everywhere. So we tried a few store bought allergy shampoos and creams, etc. Nothing worked and she ended up having more blood drawn. Turns out it's her thyroid creating some kind of bacterial infection in her skin. So now she's on medication (she'll have to be on it for the rest of her life) and she's gotten much, better. The rash is pretty much gone, except for a flare up every once in awhile on her stomach.
Also when she was still having skin problems we tried a few different allergy foods too. But because for most of her life she'd eaten the cheaper foods (I wasn't always educated on more high-quality dog foods) with higher fat content, when we tried to switch her to the more healthy stuff, even though we did it slowly, he skin dried out because of the lack of fats in her diet. So that may be one of your problems too.
Reply:sounds like it has a mange or something . But with the pukeing your dog hasnt rolled in something and tried cleaning it off itself because it could be chemicals causeing it. tea tree shampoo is good for itchy coats i use it on our dogs they suffer with dry skin.
Reply:You might try a fatty acid supplement....I think it would help!!!
My dog had the same problem %26amp; drsfosterandsmith.com has some supplements that really helped my furgirl!!! :)
Reply:The vets know what is best for your dog, tell them about the withdrawl that you dog sometimes experiences and see what they say about it. You can't let your dog go on like this. It sounds like your dog has had a stroke, or maybe is he the runt of the family?
Watch the way your dog walks if he/she walks kind of messed up chances are you dog has had a small stroke.
Reply:we had been having some similar symptoms with our rottie (lexi), and one of the problems was the residual issues from fleas, but as there are none here, i would make one other suggestion to try (if you are not already doing this)... give her distilled water or boil any water before you give it to her. for lexi, this wasn't the main issue, but it did compound some of the other issues... also, you may already know this too, but whenever you change a dog's food, make sure that you do it gradually (e.g. start mixing half and half old and new foods) for a period of time, sudden changes in diet can disrupt their digestive system.
i hope this helps.
Reply:You may be bathing her TOO much....That could dry out her skin. Do you have a veterinary specialist in the area who treats skin disorders or allergies? Or is there a vet school in your state? You might try calling them and asking if they could see your pet.
Reply:Have you changed her diet recently,or changed her shampoo.laundry detergent when washing her bedding.My miniature poodle had this horrible rash on his belly,legs+ his willie,the vet asked me if i had changed anything including my laundry detergent,the answer was no,no,no,no,That is until the bills from the vet came to $500.00,after that i would check everywhere he went,and low and behold i remembered we had to buy cane mulch for my plants,so i raked it up and one week later he was healed.
Basically her symptoms consist of a super itchy stripe of skin that goes from her shoulder blades to her tail.
Also she burps a lot and throws up once or twice a week for no apparent reason, often in the morning when she first gets up.
I have tried at least 5 different kinds of allergy food, to no avail - actually, she puked more often while eating some of the brands of food (ie Wolf King)
Vetrinarians (she has seen 4 so far) all want to start a prednisone routine (a shot and then a couple months of pills) I wont allow this since she has very bad withdrawls from steroids. (she has three legs - her mother sat on her - and has been given way too many antibiotics and steroids in her life due to the surgeries to remove one leg and operate on another twice)
I am treating her with KetoChlor (clorohexidine and ketoconazole) shampoo incase of possible candidia overgrowth, after 4 baths in 5 days she is not changed
My dog has a problem, need suggestions?
Has she had a blood test?
My dog has a thyroid problem that has gotten progressively worse since she's gotten older. The vet noticed the hormonal imbalance a few years ago, but it was borderline so treatment wasn't pursued. Then a few months ago her skin got terrible. She had a rash all over her body. Her skin was flaky and red everywhere. So we tried a few store bought allergy shampoos and creams, etc. Nothing worked and she ended up having more blood drawn. Turns out it's her thyroid creating some kind of bacterial infection in her skin. So now she's on medication (she'll have to be on it for the rest of her life) and she's gotten much, better. The rash is pretty much gone, except for a flare up every once in awhile on her stomach.
Also when she was still having skin problems we tried a few different allergy foods too. But because for most of her life she'd eaten the cheaper foods (I wasn't always educated on more high-quality dog foods) with higher fat content, when we tried to switch her to the more healthy stuff, even though we did it slowly, he skin dried out because of the lack of fats in her diet. So that may be one of your problems too.
Reply:sounds like it has a mange or something . But with the pukeing your dog hasnt rolled in something and tried cleaning it off itself because it could be chemicals causeing it. tea tree shampoo is good for itchy coats i use it on our dogs they suffer with dry skin.
Reply:You might try a fatty acid supplement....I think it would help!!!
My dog had the same problem %26amp; drsfosterandsmith.com has some supplements that really helped my furgirl!!! :)
Reply:The vets know what is best for your dog, tell them about the withdrawl that you dog sometimes experiences and see what they say about it. You can't let your dog go on like this. It sounds like your dog has had a stroke, or maybe is he the runt of the family?
Watch the way your dog walks if he/she walks kind of messed up chances are you dog has had a small stroke.
Reply:we had been having some similar symptoms with our rottie (lexi), and one of the problems was the residual issues from fleas, but as there are none here, i would make one other suggestion to try (if you are not already doing this)... give her distilled water or boil any water before you give it to her. for lexi, this wasn't the main issue, but it did compound some of the other issues... also, you may already know this too, but whenever you change a dog's food, make sure that you do it gradually (e.g. start mixing half and half old and new foods) for a period of time, sudden changes in diet can disrupt their digestive system.
i hope this helps.
Reply:You may be bathing her TOO much....That could dry out her skin. Do you have a veterinary specialist in the area who treats skin disorders or allergies? Or is there a vet school in your state? You might try calling them and asking if they could see your pet.
Reply:Have you changed her diet recently,or changed her shampoo.laundry detergent when washing her bedding.My miniature poodle had this horrible rash on his belly,legs+ his willie,the vet asked me if i had changed anything including my laundry detergent,the answer was no,no,no,no,That is until the bills from the vet came to $500.00,after that i would check everywhere he went,and low and behold i remembered we had to buy cane mulch for my plants,so i raked it up and one week later he was healed.
I have a Bullmastiff, that has a problem with his skin (allergies) has anyone heard of this?
He breaks out on his chest and his eye lids fold inward which irritate his eyes, which then get all crusty and a white or light green film is over his eye and he can't see. The Vet said because he is a large breed that happens sometimes with there eyes and they need surgery to be corrected. As far as the skin he just tells me to use a medicated shampoo and conditioner, but to wash him every couple months. Now I not a Vet but it seems to me that a dog should be wash atleast every two weeks. They get dirt just like we do, so does anyone have any suggestions, PLEASE let me know.
I have a Bullmastiff, that has a problem with his skin (allergies) has anyone heard of this?
I have three dobermans and two Bischons. Believe me it doesn't matter what size they are, they can still have allergies. One Dob and both Bischons went through something similar. Luckily I had this all figured out on the first one the next two weren't so bad. First, change their water and food bowls to stainless steel. Some dogs are allergic to the plastic. Second, it's very common for dogs to have animal by-product allergies. Read the labels before purchasing your food. We found that Nurto Lamb and Rice works really well and the dogs have wonderful coats and a lot less waist to clean up because their bodies digest most of the food unlike corn.... Be careful when offering treats as well. Again, read the label and know what your feeding your dog (avoid beef, chicken, etc. stick to the lamb for a while and give it time to see if it works). It may take a few weeks to notice a huge difference after the changes, but they do work. If you don't want to spend the time going to a pet or feed store for the Nutro (which I swear by) you could try Purina One lamb and rice which is the best feed I have found in the grocery store. Good luck with your dog! Please keep us informed as to how he is doing.
Reply:try wellness simple five dog food for the skin. that's what we use for our bullmastiff since he has skin problems. the vet can give you $10 shampoo called pyoben that will help too - its not sold over the counter Report It
Reply:Try a different vet for a different opinion. Also, you don't want to wash your dog too often because it will irritate their skin more. Generally, people wash their dog once every month or two. As far as allergies, there are a lot of treatment options. For example, you dog can get allergy shots a couple times a year and then he'll feel much better. Bring it up with a vet.
Take care
Reply:Many times skin problems are food related. Our pets need quality pet food. Read the ingredients list and learn what the stuff on there is and what it does (or does not do) to/for our pets. A quick pet food 101. If the pet food contains corn/corn products or by products it is a poor quality food. Do not pay attention to advertising, they all say there food is great. Corn is a filler that can trigger skin problems. (allergies, skin problems, itching and excessive shedding) By products is anything from an animal not fit for human consumption, including cancerous tissue. Quality foods have meat as the first ingredient. California Natural, Solid Gold, Innova and Merrick are a few of the best brands available. If you want to learn more check out: http://www.sagekeep.com/petfood.htm www.api4animals.org/facts?p=359%26amp; more=1 http://animalark.eapps.com/animal/PetFoo...
Reply:ask your vet about food not to feed your dog.
Reply:yes i have read about this , i own st bernards and it is something you have to watch out for, the eyelids turn in and irritate the eye. its called ENTROPION, the ve should be giving you soothing and eye ointments, but most cases do need the operation which will prevent further damage to the cornea. for the skin on his body try putting a cup full of vinegar in he bath water (nothing else) dont use any shampoo. vinegar is good for getting rid of allergy redness, ive tried this myself and it does work. if you dont use the vinegar (which i recommend) then buy some coal tar shampoo from your local petstore. entropion is hereditary so do not breed him or the poor puppies will end up with it. the sooner he gets the op the better because is eyes will become ulcerated and it can cause blindness. poor big pet.xx
Reply:Go to peteducation.com and do a search for dog allergies. My Husky also suffers from skin and paw itching allergies. That website gave me the information I needed to understand what causes her to react what questions to ask my vet. Now when my dog is miserable, I give her half of a children's Benadryl. Please do not give your bullmastiff any medication, without first checking with a vet. Also, I would suggest finding a different vet. Your vet should explain not only the symptoms to you, but what you can do for you pet that will make him or her feel better. A dog suffering from allergies is just as miserable as a person with the same. You should find a vet that is willing to take the time to explain everything, and suggest treatments that will help. Someone that cares just as much for you pet's comfort and happiness as you do.
Reply:I had a dog with skin allergies- My vet recommended
BENEDRYL which worked great ! we also gave him vitamins and had to change his diet-omitting milk products of any kind (even as an ingredient in dog food)and several other things which I forgot. Certain types of baths are very soothing and healing!!! Try a healthfood store for bath stuff and info on common ingredients that worsen allergies. VERY SIMILAR TO HUMANS. More common in fair skinned dogs.Those eyes are probably very painfull so you need to put some drops in, whether its just a lubricant or better off- an opthalmic solution to heal the conjuctivitis and relieve pain.There are dog foods for allergies but you may have to pay $$.- WORTH IT!
I got an ionizer air filter and kept him from laying in the grass and he did real well. Lived to 18 yrs.GOOD LUCK!
Reply:The eye condition needs to be fixed with surgery. Get it done or the dog will be blind and you will end up having to remove both the eyes due to chronic infection.
As for the allergies do not bathe him every two weeks that is way to often to bathe a dog and could make the allergies worse.
Dogs have a oil that is screted by thier skin and every time you bath it off their body produces more to compensate for what you washed off.
I only bath my short haired breeds about every three months they do not stink. You can get some wipes to use on them for the wrinkles on the dog to keep them clean. You need to be using the gentlest shampoo for dogs you can get one for allergies and sensitive skin. Bathing to often leads to dry flakey itchy skin.
Bullmastiffs are well know it have skin and allergy problems you need to be feeding a very high quality diet with no corn or wheat or soy in it and maybe a lamb and rice type of food. You may have to try a few and see how he does or have him allergy tested to see what triggers his allergies.
I have a Bullmastiff, that has a problem with his skin (allergies) has anyone heard of this?
I have three dobermans and two Bischons. Believe me it doesn't matter what size they are, they can still have allergies. One Dob and both Bischons went through something similar. Luckily I had this all figured out on the first one the next two weren't so bad. First, change their water and food bowls to stainless steel. Some dogs are allergic to the plastic. Second, it's very common for dogs to have animal by-product allergies. Read the labels before purchasing your food. We found that Nurto Lamb and Rice works really well and the dogs have wonderful coats and a lot less waist to clean up because their bodies digest most of the food unlike corn.... Be careful when offering treats as well. Again, read the label and know what your feeding your dog (avoid beef, chicken, etc. stick to the lamb for a while and give it time to see if it works). It may take a few weeks to notice a huge difference after the changes, but they do work. If you don't want to spend the time going to a pet or feed store for the Nutro (which I swear by) you could try Purina One lamb and rice which is the best feed I have found in the grocery store. Good luck with your dog! Please keep us informed as to how he is doing.
Reply:try wellness simple five dog food for the skin. that's what we use for our bullmastiff since he has skin problems. the vet can give you $10 shampoo called pyoben that will help too - its not sold over the counter Report It
Reply:Try a different vet for a different opinion. Also, you don't want to wash your dog too often because it will irritate their skin more. Generally, people wash their dog once every month or two. As far as allergies, there are a lot of treatment options. For example, you dog can get allergy shots a couple times a year and then he'll feel much better. Bring it up with a vet.
Take care
Reply:Many times skin problems are food related. Our pets need quality pet food. Read the ingredients list and learn what the stuff on there is and what it does (or does not do) to/for our pets. A quick pet food 101. If the pet food contains corn/corn products or by products it is a poor quality food. Do not pay attention to advertising, they all say there food is great. Corn is a filler that can trigger skin problems. (allergies, skin problems, itching and excessive shedding) By products is anything from an animal not fit for human consumption, including cancerous tissue. Quality foods have meat as the first ingredient. California Natural, Solid Gold, Innova and Merrick are a few of the best brands available. If you want to learn more check out: http://www.sagekeep.com/petfood.htm www.api4animals.org/facts?p=359%26amp; more=1 http://animalark.eapps.com/animal/PetFoo...
Reply:ask your vet about food not to feed your dog.
Reply:yes i have read about this , i own st bernards and it is something you have to watch out for, the eyelids turn in and irritate the eye. its called ENTROPION, the ve should be giving you soothing and eye ointments, but most cases do need the operation which will prevent further damage to the cornea. for the skin on his body try putting a cup full of vinegar in he bath water (nothing else) dont use any shampoo. vinegar is good for getting rid of allergy redness, ive tried this myself and it does work. if you dont use the vinegar (which i recommend) then buy some coal tar shampoo from your local petstore. entropion is hereditary so do not breed him or the poor puppies will end up with it. the sooner he gets the op the better because is eyes will become ulcerated and it can cause blindness. poor big pet.xx
Reply:Go to peteducation.com and do a search for dog allergies. My Husky also suffers from skin and paw itching allergies. That website gave me the information I needed to understand what causes her to react what questions to ask my vet. Now when my dog is miserable, I give her half of a children's Benadryl. Please do not give your bullmastiff any medication, without first checking with a vet. Also, I would suggest finding a different vet. Your vet should explain not only the symptoms to you, but what you can do for you pet that will make him or her feel better. A dog suffering from allergies is just as miserable as a person with the same. You should find a vet that is willing to take the time to explain everything, and suggest treatments that will help. Someone that cares just as much for you pet's comfort and happiness as you do.
Reply:I had a dog with skin allergies- My vet recommended
BENEDRYL which worked great ! we also gave him vitamins and had to change his diet-omitting milk products of any kind (even as an ingredient in dog food)and several other things which I forgot. Certain types of baths are very soothing and healing!!! Try a healthfood store for bath stuff and info on common ingredients that worsen allergies. VERY SIMILAR TO HUMANS. More common in fair skinned dogs.Those eyes are probably very painfull so you need to put some drops in, whether its just a lubricant or better off- an opthalmic solution to heal the conjuctivitis and relieve pain.There are dog foods for allergies but you may have to pay $$.- WORTH IT!
I got an ionizer air filter and kept him from laying in the grass and he did real well. Lived to 18 yrs.GOOD LUCK!
Reply:The eye condition needs to be fixed with surgery. Get it done or the dog will be blind and you will end up having to remove both the eyes due to chronic infection.
As for the allergies do not bathe him every two weeks that is way to often to bathe a dog and could make the allergies worse.
Dogs have a oil that is screted by thier skin and every time you bath it off their body produces more to compensate for what you washed off.
I only bath my short haired breeds about every three months they do not stink. You can get some wipes to use on them for the wrinkles on the dog to keep them clean. You need to be using the gentlest shampoo for dogs you can get one for allergies and sensitive skin. Bathing to often leads to dry flakey itchy skin.
Bullmastiffs are well know it have skin and allergy problems you need to be feeding a very high quality diet with no corn or wheat or soy in it and maybe a lamb and rice type of food. You may have to try a few and see how he does or have him allergy tested to see what triggers his allergies.
My dog has itchy skin, it looks red and she is starting to get patches.?
She is a staffie, 11 months old, White.
I took her to the vets and they did a test to see if it was mange, but that was negative, they then gave antibiotics, when I went back and said this did not work they gave her a different type of antibiotics.
This still didn’t work. I got fed up and decided to change her food to a natural food. A hypo allergic food and the shampoo I use is too. But she still looks sore and itchy. Anyone had the same problem or any ideas??? Please help
My dog has itchy skin, it looks red and she is starting to get patches.?
Your dog is deficient is certain nutrients. She needs:
Vitamin D, 1 tablet of 10 mg per day for 3 weeks
Boron (multi chelated) best by Solgar (make). If you get their 3 mg capsules, give the dog only a half every other day for 3 weeks
The dog would also benefit from a good multivitamin and mineral formula, human adult size, a half every 3 days, for 5 weeks.
Please let me know how she is in 10 days time.
All the best!
Reply:sounds like mange
Reply:That sounds like eczema. Try giving her a 5MG of chlortrimeton twice a day for a week and see if that helps. It could also be an allergy caused by fleas. You can get the meds at Wal*Mart pharmacy area. I use their brand.
Reply:My basset hound has the same thing, or something very similar. She gets little red dots and patches on her skin and the hair seems almost gone in those areas. It seems to be allergies, she is allergic to everything! I think she gets an antibiodic everyday (I'm not sure because I'm not the one that usually feeds her) but she still has it sometimes. I don't know if there's a lot you can do, just keep talking with your vet about it. If it's not hurting her or anything then she should be okay.
Reply:My dog did the same thing. In fact this past spring her allergy was worse than ever and it's caused mostly by allowing fleas to spread too much. So watch for fleas and make sure you give your dog some kind of flea stuff either from the vet or the store. DO NOT get the Hartz two in one collars and shampoos...they're worthless and wastes of money
Reply:solodene just might work 4 your dog.. its a yellow oil .. apply it once a day altho it might say 3 times a day.. do that for 4 days in a row and see if that helps.. and in about a week or less you will see new growth of fur.. you can find it at any pet supplies places.. like K-mart or Meijer.. i had shar peis that were know 4 skin problems, even had chows. and from what you are saying, sounds just like what they had.. solodene is good 4 allergies and hot spots and itch.. good luck with that..
Reply:I had a dog that did the same thing. Usually about this time of year when the weather is changing. My Vet told me to wash the dog with dawn dish soap because it is so mild, Then put Snuggle fabric softener on her. He said to rub it in and let it sit for about 10 minutes then rinse. Sounds weird I know, but it worked for me.
I did it twice and she started to get better. Good-luck
Reply:Any of these 'off standard' colors are prone to additional skin issues. Many have skin that is super sensitive to all chemicals and dyes. It could even be something in the yard if it is an allergic reaction. Has the vet checked for allergies vs. excema? Keep her on the natural food it will only help her out. Also if you havent already done so, she should be spayed. Most likely this skin issue is directly linked to her color and she could pass on any congenital issues to puppies. (coat color has many genetic links to health issues....pure white boxers being deaf ect.) Good luck and keep trying.
Reply:I would give him some Benadryl to stop the itching. The more he scratches, the more irritated it'll get and more itchy. Probably allergies, maybe not to food or shampoo. Could be pollen or something.
I took her to the vets and they did a test to see if it was mange, but that was negative, they then gave antibiotics, when I went back and said this did not work they gave her a different type of antibiotics.
This still didn’t work. I got fed up and decided to change her food to a natural food. A hypo allergic food and the shampoo I use is too. But she still looks sore and itchy. Anyone had the same problem or any ideas??? Please help
My dog has itchy skin, it looks red and she is starting to get patches.?
Your dog is deficient is certain nutrients. She needs:
Vitamin D, 1 tablet of 10 mg per day for 3 weeks
Boron (multi chelated) best by Solgar (make). If you get their 3 mg capsules, give the dog only a half every other day for 3 weeks
The dog would also benefit from a good multivitamin and mineral formula, human adult size, a half every 3 days, for 5 weeks.
Please let me know how she is in 10 days time.
All the best!
Reply:sounds like mange
Reply:That sounds like eczema. Try giving her a 5MG of chlortrimeton twice a day for a week and see if that helps. It could also be an allergy caused by fleas. You can get the meds at Wal*Mart pharmacy area. I use their brand.
Reply:My basset hound has the same thing, or something very similar. She gets little red dots and patches on her skin and the hair seems almost gone in those areas. It seems to be allergies, she is allergic to everything! I think she gets an antibiodic everyday (I'm not sure because I'm not the one that usually feeds her) but she still has it sometimes. I don't know if there's a lot you can do, just keep talking with your vet about it. If it's not hurting her or anything then she should be okay.
Reply:My dog did the same thing. In fact this past spring her allergy was worse than ever and it's caused mostly by allowing fleas to spread too much. So watch for fleas and make sure you give your dog some kind of flea stuff either from the vet or the store. DO NOT get the Hartz two in one collars and shampoos...they're worthless and wastes of money
Reply:solodene just might work 4 your dog.. its a yellow oil .. apply it once a day altho it might say 3 times a day.. do that for 4 days in a row and see if that helps.. and in about a week or less you will see new growth of fur.. you can find it at any pet supplies places.. like K-mart or Meijer.. i had shar peis that were know 4 skin problems, even had chows. and from what you are saying, sounds just like what they had.. solodene is good 4 allergies and hot spots and itch.. good luck with that..
Reply:I had a dog that did the same thing. Usually about this time of year when the weather is changing. My Vet told me to wash the dog with dawn dish soap because it is so mild, Then put Snuggle fabric softener on her. He said to rub it in and let it sit for about 10 minutes then rinse. Sounds weird I know, but it worked for me.
I did it twice and she started to get better. Good-luck
Reply:Any of these 'off standard' colors are prone to additional skin issues. Many have skin that is super sensitive to all chemicals and dyes. It could even be something in the yard if it is an allergic reaction. Has the vet checked for allergies vs. excema? Keep her on the natural food it will only help her out. Also if you havent already done so, she should be spayed. Most likely this skin issue is directly linked to her color and she could pass on any congenital issues to puppies. (coat color has many genetic links to health issues....pure white boxers being deaf ect.) Good luck and keep trying.
Reply:I would give him some Benadryl to stop the itching. The more he scratches, the more irritated it'll get and more itchy. Probably allergies, maybe not to food or shampoo. Could be pollen or something.
My dog has dry skin. what do i do???
my friend shannon has the same problem
My dog has dry skin. what do i do???
In our case, we got a humidifier for the dry months of winter, and this has helped relieve the itchy dryness our Doxie tends to get this time of year.
Ofcourse, you should still consult your vet to determine if this is a result of a medical condition, or if there may be a shampoo you can use that will help.
Reply:call your vet. you probably need a cortizone shot or some other kind of cortizone meds. my grandfather had a dog w/ the same prob.
Reply:try giving your dog omega 3 pills and use a tea tree oil shampoo.
maybe a moisturizer for your friend?
Reply:cortizone shot is probably the way the vet will go. you can try to bathe your dog in oatmeal bath, that might help. You can also buy a spray for your dog skin.
Reply:My vet recommended that we put a teaspoonful of mineral oil in our dogs food a few times per week. This has helped a great deal, cuts down on the itchy skin all year around. It also keeps my dog from getting hot spots in the hot weather, which can become infected if they are scratched.
You can buy plain mineral oil in drug stores or in the health section of most grocery stores. Good luck and hope this helps.
Reply:Try switching to a healthier dog food. A lot of the cheap crappy dog foods have ingredients in them that can dry the skin out. There are types of fish oils that you can mix into the food to help as well that has omega fatty acids in them to help the skin and coat. Also look for flaxseed/flaxseed oil in food that helps as well.
elephant foot
My dog has dry skin. what do i do???
In our case, we got a humidifier for the dry months of winter, and this has helped relieve the itchy dryness our Doxie tends to get this time of year.
Ofcourse, you should still consult your vet to determine if this is a result of a medical condition, or if there may be a shampoo you can use that will help.
Reply:call your vet. you probably need a cortizone shot or some other kind of cortizone meds. my grandfather had a dog w/ the same prob.
Reply:try giving your dog omega 3 pills and use a tea tree oil shampoo.
maybe a moisturizer for your friend?
Reply:cortizone shot is probably the way the vet will go. you can try to bathe your dog in oatmeal bath, that might help. You can also buy a spray for your dog skin.
Reply:My vet recommended that we put a teaspoonful of mineral oil in our dogs food a few times per week. This has helped a great deal, cuts down on the itchy skin all year around. It also keeps my dog from getting hot spots in the hot weather, which can become infected if they are scratched.
You can buy plain mineral oil in drug stores or in the health section of most grocery stores. Good luck and hope this helps.
Reply:Try switching to a healthier dog food. A lot of the cheap crappy dog foods have ingredients in them that can dry the skin out. There are types of fish oils that you can mix into the food to help as well that has omega fatty acids in them to help the skin and coat. Also look for flaxseed/flaxseed oil in food that helps as well.
elephant foot
My dog has dry skin and a lot of hair loss. Any ideas?
We have taken him to several vets. They have dicovered that he has a thyroid problem, so he now takes Soloxine 2x a day. We also switched his food to Canidae which was recommended to us, and he takes 2 extra strength Derm Caps. Nothing has helped and I know he is itching because I find him chewing and licking until the spot is raw. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions??
My dog has dry skin and a lot of hair loss. Any ideas?
Goodness. My only real suggestion would be a raw diet--it can be very beneficial for dogs with allergies.
Reply:Try some hot spot spray (ask your vet or pet store) to keep him from irritating his skin or opening up large wounds. Also, oatmeal and eggs are known to help dogs coats - though I'm not sur eit would help in ur case it might be worth a try.
Reply:Switching to a raw diet may be beneficial.
Also you could try Wysong kibble
Salmon Oil.
Reply:Sounds like hot spots they make over the counter meds you can buy at the pet store or consult your vet about it, I would say find a good food they he like to eat and wait about a month to see how hes doing on it coat wise I switched my pup over to solid gold wolf cub and her dander cleared up in about 2 weeks, people are going to tell you to go raw and im going to get thumbs down for this but raw is some what expensive if you dont have a freezer and its also time consuming very time consuming, I suggest getting a premium grade kibble and give it a few weeks to see how things work
Reply:Sounds as though your dog may have a food or environmental allergy. You can start by changing the food to a prescription allergy diet, which you can get through your vet. It isn't terribly expensive I believe Hills makes one called Z/D. If that doesn't help, it could be environmental. There are tests that your vet can do to find out the exact cause. If your current vet isn't meeting your expectations, get a second opinion.
Reply:Don't do anything without check with your vet first. My dog had allergies and scratched all the time. I gave her Benadryl as advised by my vet. Don't do this unless your vet recommends. I also used shampoo for skin irritation which my vet recommended. Don't bath him too much though because it will dry him out more. Talk to your vet, explain what's happening and ask for advise. Good Luck.
Reply:I would have to agree with the RAW diet recommendation. I have seen the amazing results, and it's definitely something you should look in to if your vet has no other solutions for you. Good luck!
Reply:My chow also has a thyroid problem. Oatmeal baths tend to work for her. I get the shampoo from the vet.
Reply:Give him a bath with baby shampoo. Also feed him egg yolks and tuna juice.
Reply:My vet recommended that I add a couple of tbsps. of peanut oil to my dog's food to help with dry skin and coat. It has really helped. Also, this is just a thought, I have used olive oil on my hair when it need conditioning. Maybe a bit of olive oil on the really dry spots will help soothe the itching. When raw spots heal they itch and the cycle continues... Hope your pooch gets better!
Reply:I'd also get your dog allergy tested. There could be something other than just Thyroid issues going on here. Heck, gotta do something for the little guy! Poor thing.
My dog has dry skin and a lot of hair loss. Any ideas?
Goodness. My only real suggestion would be a raw diet--it can be very beneficial for dogs with allergies.
Reply:Try some hot spot spray (ask your vet or pet store) to keep him from irritating his skin or opening up large wounds. Also, oatmeal and eggs are known to help dogs coats - though I'm not sur eit would help in ur case it might be worth a try.
Reply:Switching to a raw diet may be beneficial.
Also you could try Wysong kibble
Salmon Oil.
Reply:Sounds like hot spots they make over the counter meds you can buy at the pet store or consult your vet about it, I would say find a good food they he like to eat and wait about a month to see how hes doing on it coat wise I switched my pup over to solid gold wolf cub and her dander cleared up in about 2 weeks, people are going to tell you to go raw and im going to get thumbs down for this but raw is some what expensive if you dont have a freezer and its also time consuming very time consuming, I suggest getting a premium grade kibble and give it a few weeks to see how things work
Reply:Sounds as though your dog may have a food or environmental allergy. You can start by changing the food to a prescription allergy diet, which you can get through your vet. It isn't terribly expensive I believe Hills makes one called Z/D. If that doesn't help, it could be environmental. There are tests that your vet can do to find out the exact cause. If your current vet isn't meeting your expectations, get a second opinion.
Reply:Don't do anything without check with your vet first. My dog had allergies and scratched all the time. I gave her Benadryl as advised by my vet. Don't do this unless your vet recommends. I also used shampoo for skin irritation which my vet recommended. Don't bath him too much though because it will dry him out more. Talk to your vet, explain what's happening and ask for advise. Good Luck.
Reply:I would have to agree with the RAW diet recommendation. I have seen the amazing results, and it's definitely something you should look in to if your vet has no other solutions for you. Good luck!
Reply:My chow also has a thyroid problem. Oatmeal baths tend to work for her. I get the shampoo from the vet.
Reply:Give him a bath with baby shampoo. Also feed him egg yolks and tuna juice.
Reply:My vet recommended that I add a couple of tbsps. of peanut oil to my dog's food to help with dry skin and coat. It has really helped. Also, this is just a thought, I have used olive oil on my hair when it need conditioning. Maybe a bit of olive oil on the really dry spots will help soothe the itching. When raw spots heal they itch and the cycle continues... Hope your pooch gets better!
Reply:I'd also get your dog allergy tested. There could be something other than just Thyroid issues going on here. Heck, gotta do something for the little guy! Poor thing.
Dry skin or a bigger problem?
My cats are shedding big time!! (Duh, it's summer.) For the first time in his 10 y/o life, one of them also pulls out his hair SOMETIMES while giving himself a bath. I've looked at his coat and skin, and there doesn't appear to be anything wrong. He is white so I can't really tell how dry his skin is (dandruff) but my experience with cats and dogs is that shedding can cause dry skin. His demeanor and everything else is perfectly normal. It doesn't hurt for me to touch him where he pulls on his hair. He doesn't pull enough out that he has bare or thin spots. He's never been a nervous cat (at least not with that behavior). Any thoughts?
Dry skin or a bigger problem?
do you brush your cat? try brushing him to get rid of the undercoat...that maybe what he is trying to void.
If the behavior continues, see a vet.
Good Luck.
Reply:Despite popular belief, you can shave your cat, and then rub lotion all over her, they dont like the shaving but they love the lotion after.
Reply:Stop the bathing my vet gave me **** for over bathing my cats and drying out their skin. Also they could have fleas so a vets visit should be in order. I add a tin of salmon in oil twice a week to their diets it really does make a difference. and I don't recommend shaving your cat at all. Good luck.
Reply:for more helpful information about skin care you can visit this helpful site http://www.skinsosilky.com hope this will help you and your pet break away from dry skin.
Reply:Someone else asked this same question and I forwarded her to this site: http://www.fleascontrol.com/cat-biting-t...
I know it says cat biting tail...but when a cat starts to bite its tail and/or hind area...it's usually related. Anyway, the site gives different possible reasons for it...but also, something interesting it says is cats can sometimes develop OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) when they just compulsively pull out hair, etc.
Reply:He's shedding his winter fur.They shed twice a year,it's normal.Feed him sardines in oil.That will help, the oil that is.
DO NOT WORRY ABOUT IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Buy hairball remedy at the pet supply store.
Reply:It may be dry skin, it may be a change in the household has upset him and he is aggressively cleaning due to this. If there are no bare spots, he may be hot and trying to lose his winter coat. Although he is short hair, you can try brushing him, my short haired male LOVES to be brushed, and well I'd rather brush him than sweep and vacuum lose hair
Reply:He may have a little sliver or something stuck in his skin that is not visible to the naked eye. Use a magnifying glass to see if anything is there. Try cutting the hair very short in that area and rubbing something cooling on the spot.
Reply:I actually bath my cats but we also live out in the country and do not want fleas in the house. It could be that your cat is allergic to something. Have you started using some new sprays or chemicals in your house? It could be that your cat just had and extra thick coat of fur from winter. It would probably not hurt to take him to the vet if it gets noticeable worse.
Hope everything goes well,
R
Reply:I say bathe and brush him. then take him to a vet if he doesn't stop after that.
Dry skin or a bigger problem?
do you brush your cat? try brushing him to get rid of the undercoat...that maybe what he is trying to void.
If the behavior continues, see a vet.
Good Luck.
Reply:Despite popular belief, you can shave your cat, and then rub lotion all over her, they dont like the shaving but they love the lotion after.
Reply:Stop the bathing my vet gave me **** for over bathing my cats and drying out their skin. Also they could have fleas so a vets visit should be in order. I add a tin of salmon in oil twice a week to their diets it really does make a difference. and I don't recommend shaving your cat at all. Good luck.
Reply:for more helpful information about skin care you can visit this helpful site http://www.skinsosilky.com hope this will help you and your pet break away from dry skin.
Reply:Someone else asked this same question and I forwarded her to this site: http://www.fleascontrol.com/cat-biting-t...
I know it says cat biting tail...but when a cat starts to bite its tail and/or hind area...it's usually related. Anyway, the site gives different possible reasons for it...but also, something interesting it says is cats can sometimes develop OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) when they just compulsively pull out hair, etc.
Reply:He's shedding his winter fur.They shed twice a year,it's normal.Feed him sardines in oil.That will help, the oil that is.
DO NOT WORRY ABOUT IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Buy hairball remedy at the pet supply store.
Reply:It may be dry skin, it may be a change in the household has upset him and he is aggressively cleaning due to this. If there are no bare spots, he may be hot and trying to lose his winter coat. Although he is short hair, you can try brushing him, my short haired male LOVES to be brushed, and well I'd rather brush him than sweep and vacuum lose hair
Reply:He may have a little sliver or something stuck in his skin that is not visible to the naked eye. Use a magnifying glass to see if anything is there. Try cutting the hair very short in that area and rubbing something cooling on the spot.
Reply:I actually bath my cats but we also live out in the country and do not want fleas in the house. It could be that your cat is allergic to something. Have you started using some new sprays or chemicals in your house? It could be that your cat just had and extra thick coat of fur from winter. It would probably not hurt to take him to the vet if it gets noticeable worse.
Hope everything goes well,
R
Reply:I say bathe and brush him. then take him to a vet if he doesn't stop after that.
My dog has a problem can anyone help me out?
My dogs penis for the last three day has been swelled so big that it wont even go back into the skin. It will go down for a few hours each night but will swell up humongous again the next day. I just got a poodle and he keeps humping it. I am just wondering if it is swelling because he is humping it so much or does he need to go to a vet, he keeps walking weirdly since this has happened.
My dog has a problem can anyone help me out?
your dog has what is called paraphimosis which is the inability to retract the penis. you should go to the vet to solve this problem
Reply:Take him to a vet this is not normal.
Reply:Not normal, make an appt. with the vet asap.!!
Reply:Well you DEFIINENTLY need to take him to a vet. They will tell you whats wrong with your dog. Poor doggy. :(
Reply:I would say that the poodle is a contributing factor since you said that he is humping it. There more than likely is an irritation from the poodle. You see your pets activities and deep down you know whats going on with them. Trust your instincts like this situation. I do the same thing and ask people for their opinion. It says good things about you that you want to be informed and you are a concerned pet owner. Kudos to you for wanting to be a good owner.
All that being said, if your penis was that swollen would you go to the doctor? I sure would make my husband.
Reply:OMG - Take him to the vet! The poor thing must be in terrible discomfort! Get him to the vet!
My dog has a problem can anyone help me out?
your dog has what is called paraphimosis which is the inability to retract the penis. you should go to the vet to solve this problem
Reply:Take him to a vet this is not normal.
Reply:Not normal, make an appt. with the vet asap.!!
Reply:Well you DEFIINENTLY need to take him to a vet. They will tell you whats wrong with your dog. Poor doggy. :(
Reply:I would say that the poodle is a contributing factor since you said that he is humping it. There more than likely is an irritation from the poodle. You see your pets activities and deep down you know whats going on with them. Trust your instincts like this situation. I do the same thing and ask people for their opinion. It says good things about you that you want to be informed and you are a concerned pet owner. Kudos to you for wanting to be a good owner.
All that being said, if your penis was that swollen would you go to the doctor? I sure would make my husband.
Reply:OMG - Take him to the vet! The poor thing must be in terrible discomfort! Get him to the vet!
Does my dog have dry skin?
I have a jack russell/lhasa apso mix. I have treated her with frontline and I don't think she has anymore fleas. My house gets really dry and I am pretty sure that is the problem. Anyone have any ideas how to fix it? I don't think they make lotions or such for dogs, do they?
Does my dog have dry skin?
take her to the vets they will be able to giv her somthing to treat it
Reply:You can get supplements for dogs that target dry skin. I was just reading in the Drs. Foster %26amp; Smith pet catalog about it. You can go to their website www.drsfosterandsmith.com to read more.
Reply:They don't make lotions for dogs they make certain shampoos to treat this sort of problem. But your best bet is to get dog treats that are specially formulated for dry skin, they have a high dosage of Omega 3 and 6 which is what your dog needs more of as well as zinc. My puppy has the same problem and I got her treats called ZINPRO, you give them 2 cookies a day and within a week you will see better results.
Good Luck.
Reply:Is she itchy? scratching constantly? flaking? These would all be indicators of dry skin. I would discount shedding as Jack Russells shed like a son of a gun under the best of conditions.
I would avoid lotions or creams as she is probably going to lick them off, and/or smear them all over you bedding and upholstery.
You can test for fleas by checking around her privates or armpits (just look for the little buggers) or run a comb through the hair at the base of her tail and look for fleas, their eggs (look like salt) and their excrement (looks like pepper) If that's a no, then:
You can run a humidifier when you have to run the heater, or even boil some water (just monitor it so it doesn't boil dry) to add moisture to the air. Will be better for YOUR skin as well.
Also you can work on her skin from the inside out, so to speak...Feed a quality food, like Canidae or Wellness; something that contains Omega-3 and -6 fatty acids; READ the side ingredient panel.
Infrequent baths; when you do bathe her use an oatmeal or tea-tree oil shampoo formulated for dogs; human shampoos have the wrong pH.
A little olive oil on her food may help, however start with an extremely small amount, maybe 1/2 teaspoon, as it may cause digestive upset or diarrhea at first. Another alternative would be fish oil capsules, look for them in the (human) vitamin section.
Reply:You can use human lotion on your dog, something unscented like Vaseline Intesive Care or Keri. Just be sure to dampen the coat first....you can also try some oil in the food (anything but peanut) once a day and see if that helps...if she had fleas, it may take a week or so for her skin to get over the irritation.
Reply:Good quality dog food, Omega 3 oils in the food, and lots of fresh clean water. Don't bath her all the time, that dries their coat and skin out more than anything. Don't allow her to sleep on top of your heat source. If the house is too dry, get a humidifier, or put bowls of water around the house.
Reply:you can get a leave on conditioner from your vet OR the less expensive route would be fish oil capsules. You can get at CVS or GNC. What type of food is she on? I have a German Shep and he does get dry skin but since I switched his food to Pedigree, it has the Omega oils so now he is 10 times better!
Reply:oh i think the best thing to do will be to bring ur dog for a visit to the vets. they would recommand the best remedy. maybe u shld check this one out. i've brought my dog there and they seem great
Reply:Big dog owner above mentioned my favorite pet supply catalog, www.drsfostersmith.com. Great store.
Every day my Labrador either gets a tablespoon of olive oil or cold liver oil poured over his dry food. Daily he gets glucosamine in a teaspoon of peanut butter. One day his glucosamine tablet has Omega 3 oil and the other day it has chondroiton. Also, all the shed control products have Brewer's Yeast so he gets about a quarter to a half a teaspoon sprinkled over his food.
Other than that, I put Bag Balm on his elbow callouses and don't bathe him more than once a month. If he gets fragrant between baths I use bath wipes. I also clean his ears (weekly) and give him an oral dental rinse (several times a week).
Reply:Consider adding a salmon oil over their food, the other thing I do is to give new rescue dogs who are scruffy a raw egg, shell and all. In in two weeks their coat, eyes and skin are renewed!
Know that there are different concerns with skin vs the coat.
Watch for eruptions on the skin which can indicate a toxic overload occuring in the organs that need to be checked on.
There are some other considerations which may help you in the links below - one for the winter elements, one for the grooming.
Reply:you might ask your vet first, but my lab mix gets dry skin in the summer and winter all the time, we add vitamin e tablets in her food, she eats then right up, the vitamin e will give them back their natural oils that can be lost due to the cold or dry weather, good luck but ask first
Reply:Something that workd for my girl was something I got from the petstore called IN TREATS, they are supplements you give them as treats according to dogs weight. did not take long to (couple days to start releif)
Reply:Yeah course they do, there are loads of different medicated shampoos available for pets, just see a vet! Don't bath within 48 hours before or after applying the Frontline though, or you'll inactivate it.
Chalice
agave
Does my dog have dry skin?
take her to the vets they will be able to giv her somthing to treat it
Reply:You can get supplements for dogs that target dry skin. I was just reading in the Drs. Foster %26amp; Smith pet catalog about it. You can go to their website www.drsfosterandsmith.com to read more.
Reply:They don't make lotions for dogs they make certain shampoos to treat this sort of problem. But your best bet is to get dog treats that are specially formulated for dry skin, they have a high dosage of Omega 3 and 6 which is what your dog needs more of as well as zinc. My puppy has the same problem and I got her treats called ZINPRO, you give them 2 cookies a day and within a week you will see better results.
Good Luck.
Reply:Is she itchy? scratching constantly? flaking? These would all be indicators of dry skin. I would discount shedding as Jack Russells shed like a son of a gun under the best of conditions.
I would avoid lotions or creams as she is probably going to lick them off, and/or smear them all over you bedding and upholstery.
You can test for fleas by checking around her privates or armpits (just look for the little buggers) or run a comb through the hair at the base of her tail and look for fleas, their eggs (look like salt) and their excrement (looks like pepper) If that's a no, then:
You can run a humidifier when you have to run the heater, or even boil some water (just monitor it so it doesn't boil dry) to add moisture to the air. Will be better for YOUR skin as well.
Also you can work on her skin from the inside out, so to speak...Feed a quality food, like Canidae or Wellness; something that contains Omega-3 and -6 fatty acids; READ the side ingredient panel.
Infrequent baths; when you do bathe her use an oatmeal or tea-tree oil shampoo formulated for dogs; human shampoos have the wrong pH.
A little olive oil on her food may help, however start with an extremely small amount, maybe 1/2 teaspoon, as it may cause digestive upset or diarrhea at first. Another alternative would be fish oil capsules, look for them in the (human) vitamin section.
Reply:You can use human lotion on your dog, something unscented like Vaseline Intesive Care or Keri. Just be sure to dampen the coat first....you can also try some oil in the food (anything but peanut) once a day and see if that helps...if she had fleas, it may take a week or so for her skin to get over the irritation.
Reply:Good quality dog food, Omega 3 oils in the food, and lots of fresh clean water. Don't bath her all the time, that dries their coat and skin out more than anything. Don't allow her to sleep on top of your heat source. If the house is too dry, get a humidifier, or put bowls of water around the house.
Reply:you can get a leave on conditioner from your vet OR the less expensive route would be fish oil capsules. You can get at CVS or GNC. What type of food is she on? I have a German Shep and he does get dry skin but since I switched his food to Pedigree, it has the Omega oils so now he is 10 times better!
Reply:oh i think the best thing to do will be to bring ur dog for a visit to the vets. they would recommand the best remedy. maybe u shld check this one out. i've brought my dog there and they seem great
Reply:Big dog owner above mentioned my favorite pet supply catalog, www.drsfostersmith.com. Great store.
Every day my Labrador either gets a tablespoon of olive oil or cold liver oil poured over his dry food. Daily he gets glucosamine in a teaspoon of peanut butter. One day his glucosamine tablet has Omega 3 oil and the other day it has chondroiton. Also, all the shed control products have Brewer's Yeast so he gets about a quarter to a half a teaspoon sprinkled over his food.
Other than that, I put Bag Balm on his elbow callouses and don't bathe him more than once a month. If he gets fragrant between baths I use bath wipes. I also clean his ears (weekly) and give him an oral dental rinse (several times a week).
Reply:Consider adding a salmon oil over their food, the other thing I do is to give new rescue dogs who are scruffy a raw egg, shell and all. In in two weeks their coat, eyes and skin are renewed!
Know that there are different concerns with skin vs the coat.
Watch for eruptions on the skin which can indicate a toxic overload occuring in the organs that need to be checked on.
There are some other considerations which may help you in the links below - one for the winter elements, one for the grooming.
Reply:you might ask your vet first, but my lab mix gets dry skin in the summer and winter all the time, we add vitamin e tablets in her food, she eats then right up, the vitamin e will give them back their natural oils that can be lost due to the cold or dry weather, good luck but ask first
Reply:Something that workd for my girl was something I got from the petstore called IN TREATS, they are supplements you give them as treats according to dogs weight. did not take long to (couple days to start releif)
Reply:Yeah course they do, there are loads of different medicated shampoos available for pets, just see a vet! Don't bath within 48 hours before or after applying the Frontline though, or you'll inactivate it.
Chalice
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Uncommon frequent urination problem in my dog...?
Hi all,..My dog, an 8 yr. old female lab mix, just took up the habit three days ago to begin urinating around my apartment. This happens so infrequently that I can't even begin to think as to when it's happened last. Now, my first thought is that she has a bladder or kidney infection that is making her have to go more urgently and therefore she isn't letting me know she has to go like she normally does. Nothing has changed in her environment in the recent past weeks and she's acting completely normal. However, I had her at the vet about two weeks ago for her yearly check up and they found that she had a minor skin infection and so they gave her a round of antibiotics. If she did have a bladder or kidney infection, wouldn't the antibiotics kick that infection too or is there a whole other round of antibiotics that I should be calling my vet about? Anyone with any info on antibiotics out there would be a huge help..being that the holidays are here, I can't contact them for 3 days!
Uncommon frequent urination problem in my dog...?
A broad spectrum antibiotic should cover a urine infection.There are other reasons she could be urinating alot,kidney stones ,diabetes,etc.What antibiotic was she on for her skin
Reply:Antibiotics for her skin would help a bladder infection but may not be the right kind or given long enough to cure it. Have the vet check her urine for signs of infection.
Reply:she could still have a bladder infection. did you mention this to the vet when you took her in? it could be a number of things an 8 year old dog isn't old but isn't young either and can have some of the problems of an older dog. i would take her to the vet and ask them what it could be. sometimes if its a urinary tract infection they can fix it with antibiotics or sometimes its even as easy as changing her diet to a senior dog food that can help her urinary tract health. but unfortunately your not going to know for sure until you take her in. i wish i could be of more help good luck to you and your dog.
Reply:The antibiotics for a bladder infection would be different. However, some antibiotics cause a dog to pee more frequently, so the skin antibiotics could be doing this. I would call the vet just in case. If she has a UTI it is probably very uncomfortable for her, not to mention your floors.
Reply:Depends on what the skin antibiotics covered and what (if any) infection she has in her bladder / urinary tract. Not all antibiotics affect all bacteria, which is why it's important to get the bacteria identified so the correct antibiotic can be used.
The other thought is that she may have age-related incontinence, which isn't uncommon in older female dogs, but fortunately is usually easily regulated with medication (Proin / PPA).
In the meantime, a waterproof crib mattress pad from Target (fleece covered, dual-sided, with waterproof plastic sandwiched in the middle) can be a lifesaver and go a long way towards saving carpets and sleeping areas - much easier to put in the washer than a carpet!
Reply:My guess would be a urinary infection. My dog is being treated for one right now as well. But...as an older dog, it could also very well be a problem with the kidneys. I would take the dog to the vet as soon as the Holidays are past %26amp; they are open again. It's probably not urgent enough to warrant an emergency visit, but I would go on there first day back in the office. Best of luck!
Reply:A urinary tract infection would be my first suspect.
While antibiotics for the skin infection *might* have also taken care of a bladder infection they won't necessarily. Different bacteria respond better to certain antibiotics. If she does have a bacterial urinary infection the bacteria causing it might be resistant or just not responsive to the antibiotics you were using for the skin. Also, that visit was two weeks ago. If it was a minor skin infection I'm guessing that your round of antibiotics was only for 7 or 10 days. That means that the antibiotics haven't been in her system for at least a full 24 hours before the urination problems started. It's possible that she didn't have a bacterial bladder infection while she was on the antibiotics but picked it up after she finished them.
Another thing to keep in mind is that not all bladder infections are bacterial (at least not primarily). Bladder stones or crystals in the urine form because of an imbalance in the pH or too much of a certain mineral. While most UTI's involving stones and crystals also involve bacteria the bacteria are more of a secondary infection than the cause of the problem.
You should try to call your vet as soon as possible and see if you can get her (or at the very least a sample of her urine) in to get checked out. While a bladder infection is the most likely culprit there are other things that can cause housetrained dogs to have urinary accidents. It could also be age-related urinary incontinence, kidney insufficiency/disease, or even a symptom of diabetes or other metabolic disease.
Reply:The antibiotic your vet prescribed for a skin infection wouldn't necessarily clear up a urinary tract infection. UTIs are caused by either bacteria or e-coli in the bladder and require a 10-14 day course of antibiotics. Have her vet checked. Good luck.
Uncommon frequent urination problem in my dog...?
A broad spectrum antibiotic should cover a urine infection.There are other reasons she could be urinating alot,kidney stones ,diabetes,etc.What antibiotic was she on for her skin
Reply:Antibiotics for her skin would help a bladder infection but may not be the right kind or given long enough to cure it. Have the vet check her urine for signs of infection.
Reply:she could still have a bladder infection. did you mention this to the vet when you took her in? it could be a number of things an 8 year old dog isn't old but isn't young either and can have some of the problems of an older dog. i would take her to the vet and ask them what it could be. sometimes if its a urinary tract infection they can fix it with antibiotics or sometimes its even as easy as changing her diet to a senior dog food that can help her urinary tract health. but unfortunately your not going to know for sure until you take her in. i wish i could be of more help good luck to you and your dog.
Reply:The antibiotics for a bladder infection would be different. However, some antibiotics cause a dog to pee more frequently, so the skin antibiotics could be doing this. I would call the vet just in case. If she has a UTI it is probably very uncomfortable for her, not to mention your floors.
Reply:Depends on what the skin antibiotics covered and what (if any) infection she has in her bladder / urinary tract. Not all antibiotics affect all bacteria, which is why it's important to get the bacteria identified so the correct antibiotic can be used.
The other thought is that she may have age-related incontinence, which isn't uncommon in older female dogs, but fortunately is usually easily regulated with medication (Proin / PPA).
In the meantime, a waterproof crib mattress pad from Target (fleece covered, dual-sided, with waterproof plastic sandwiched in the middle) can be a lifesaver and go a long way towards saving carpets and sleeping areas - much easier to put in the washer than a carpet!
Reply:My guess would be a urinary infection. My dog is being treated for one right now as well. But...as an older dog, it could also very well be a problem with the kidneys. I would take the dog to the vet as soon as the Holidays are past %26amp; they are open again. It's probably not urgent enough to warrant an emergency visit, but I would go on there first day back in the office. Best of luck!
Reply:A urinary tract infection would be my first suspect.
While antibiotics for the skin infection *might* have also taken care of a bladder infection they won't necessarily. Different bacteria respond better to certain antibiotics. If she does have a bacterial urinary infection the bacteria causing it might be resistant or just not responsive to the antibiotics you were using for the skin. Also, that visit was two weeks ago. If it was a minor skin infection I'm guessing that your round of antibiotics was only for 7 or 10 days. That means that the antibiotics haven't been in her system for at least a full 24 hours before the urination problems started. It's possible that she didn't have a bacterial bladder infection while she was on the antibiotics but picked it up after she finished them.
Another thing to keep in mind is that not all bladder infections are bacterial (at least not primarily). Bladder stones or crystals in the urine form because of an imbalance in the pH or too much of a certain mineral. While most UTI's involving stones and crystals also involve bacteria the bacteria are more of a secondary infection than the cause of the problem.
You should try to call your vet as soon as possible and see if you can get her (or at the very least a sample of her urine) in to get checked out. While a bladder infection is the most likely culprit there are other things that can cause housetrained dogs to have urinary accidents. It could also be age-related urinary incontinence, kidney insufficiency/disease, or even a symptom of diabetes or other metabolic disease.
Reply:The antibiotic your vet prescribed for a skin infection wouldn't necessarily clear up a urinary tract infection. UTIs are caused by either bacteria or e-coli in the bladder and require a 10-14 day course of antibiotics. Have her vet checked. Good luck.
What to do with a shih tzu's skin problems?
I have an older shih tzu (11 years old). He has these bumps all over his skin, especially on the top of his head. He scratches a lot and sometimes scratches himself raw in places. I bathe him regularly in the clear shampoo that is formulated for dogs with sensitive skin. I keep his hair trimmed. He's a very laid back dog, so I don't think it's anxiety or anything. What can this be, and how can I help him?
What to do with a shih tzu's skin problems?
I also have a Shih-tzu who had similar issues, I discovered she was allergic to wheat, once I changed her diet she was so much better. I recommend also getting a dog food that is free of by products. I also recommend using Benadryl for the iching, but childrens Benadryl is all it will need.
Also watch your cleaning products in the home, some dogs are allergic to them, anything with alot of dye or perfumes. If you are putting anything on your carpet to clean, change it or try using nothing at all, and see if it improves. I love Shih-tzus too.
thanks
Reply:I would suggest seeking the advice of a board certified dermatologist, especially if your general practiction is out of advice. He may require biopsies. He could have anything from allergies to autoimmune disease. A veterinary dermatologist would be very knowledgeable in diagnosing the problem and in treatment. Depending on where you live, it may be a drive to see one, however, very well worth it. Good luck with you little man!
Reply:My ex-in law's had a shih tzu, he had the same affliction. The vet said it's very common with that breed. It was just some type of dermatitis, but he had it for years and had to take some medication for it. I believe it was a steroid of some sort.
I'd take him into the vet and see what they suggest.
Reply:It could be mange or something else. Have him checked by a vet.
Reply:Your dog is now 11yrs older, i surmise you have been feeding your shih tzu with commercial foods. The shampoo you have been using is not organic and therefore contains harmful chemicals,and alcohols which then in turn dry out your dogs skin. Does your dog get to go out for a walk round the block as this also has an affect on your dog, it may be bored, hence the licking himself raw. Try organic chicken mince, and organic foods, i know its expensive but pay for you dogs health now rather than later. it may be too late after all it is 11.
Reply:Hi. I have a Shih Tzu also. My girl does the same thing. The vets said she was allergic to fleas and the grass we have at our house. OS maybe that is your problem also. Have it checked out. You can use allergy pills to calm it down and it wont scratch as much. Also u can use "Hydrocortisone 1% Cream
It a ANTI-ITCH cream. Rub a lil on the bumps and it stope the dog frome itching so much and when it scratches itself raw use that creme. IT WORKS WITH MY DOG
If you need anymore help email me. crazyfrog127@yahoo.com
And le me know how it goes with him. And also it might lick its feet and boyd and scratch if its bored. So keep it entertained some. You should spend AT LEAST 1 Hr a day with your dogs. Its good for them
What to do with a shih tzu's skin problems?
I also have a Shih-tzu who had similar issues, I discovered she was allergic to wheat, once I changed her diet she was so much better. I recommend also getting a dog food that is free of by products. I also recommend using Benadryl for the iching, but childrens Benadryl is all it will need.
Also watch your cleaning products in the home, some dogs are allergic to them, anything with alot of dye or perfumes. If you are putting anything on your carpet to clean, change it or try using nothing at all, and see if it improves. I love Shih-tzus too.
thanks
Reply:I would suggest seeking the advice of a board certified dermatologist, especially if your general practiction is out of advice. He may require biopsies. He could have anything from allergies to autoimmune disease. A veterinary dermatologist would be very knowledgeable in diagnosing the problem and in treatment. Depending on where you live, it may be a drive to see one, however, very well worth it. Good luck with you little man!
Reply:My ex-in law's had a shih tzu, he had the same affliction. The vet said it's very common with that breed. It was just some type of dermatitis, but he had it for years and had to take some medication for it. I believe it was a steroid of some sort.
I'd take him into the vet and see what they suggest.
Reply:It could be mange or something else. Have him checked by a vet.
Reply:Your dog is now 11yrs older, i surmise you have been feeding your shih tzu with commercial foods. The shampoo you have been using is not organic and therefore contains harmful chemicals,and alcohols which then in turn dry out your dogs skin. Does your dog get to go out for a walk round the block as this also has an affect on your dog, it may be bored, hence the licking himself raw. Try organic chicken mince, and organic foods, i know its expensive but pay for you dogs health now rather than later. it may be too late after all it is 11.
Reply:Hi. I have a Shih Tzu also. My girl does the same thing. The vets said she was allergic to fleas and the grass we have at our house. OS maybe that is your problem also. Have it checked out. You can use allergy pills to calm it down and it wont scratch as much. Also u can use "Hydrocortisone 1% Cream
It a ANTI-ITCH cream. Rub a lil on the bumps and it stope the dog frome itching so much and when it scratches itself raw use that creme. IT WORKS WITH MY DOG
If you need anymore help email me. crazyfrog127@yahoo.com
And le me know how it goes with him. And also it might lick its feet and boyd and scratch if its bored. So keep it entertained some. You should spend AT LEAST 1 Hr a day with your dogs. Its good for them
Help me with this problem of my dog?
I live in mumbai and i have a fawn color 11/2 year lab. he is facing a problem of some type of fungus. i contacted one of my old doc. but he is not like before he just keep on saying that we have to do skin scraping test we have to peel his skin and test it. in the starting the doc was very good but now he is only concentrating on making money. so what should i do should i do that expensive skin scraping test or should i consult another doctor??
Help me with this problem of my dog?
Skin scraping is not painful. It is no more than you do when you scratch a mosquito bite.. If should not be expensive at all. If your vet charges much for this, or even any beyond the normal office call, then seek another vet.
The cost should be the price of an office call, and the appropriate medication. ( usually a spray or salve) if it IS a fungus. If it is mites, the treatment is different.
You can call your vet's office and ask what the cost will be. They should be happy to tell you.
Reply:well if you feel like your vet is only concerned with making money, you could always get a second opinion. But if your dog does have some type of skin infection they do usually do a skin scrapping to see what it is.
Reply:If you want the vet to be able to give your dog the right medication, then do the skin scraping. If you want to force the vet to make a blind guess, or try a dozen medicines to find the right one, then don't do the skin scraping. It's not a scam to make money, it's what needs to be done to find the cause of the problem.
Reply:you could go to another doc. but the scraping of the skin is right, we just had or dog tested in the same mannor.Come to find out, he had mites.All better now, it was about 2;00 dollars, it was worth it because we love andrew.
Reply:If he is having some sort of skin issue, you should have the vet do a skin scrape in order to determine what issue it is. You shouldn't be treating something without knowing what it is that you are treating.
It could be one or multiple issues, and you won't know unless you have it checked.....
Your vet can not help you unless he knows what it is, that's why he is insisting on a scrape.
Reply:Consult another vet. There are many types of skin diseases.
Reply:you have two choices either try to treat "something with something" and hope for the best or take a culture to be examined at the lab to etermine whatit is and what should be prescribed for treatment ... the other obvious choices a) find a second opinion maybe he has seen similar situation and his guess might be better informed or b) to save moneyon potential test allow him totry a few differant sorts of things and see what works best, which will bemore expensive long term ..............fungus infections dont yusually just disapear but knowing what best to treat them with .requires identifing it
Reply:regarding the life must go to hospital soon
Reply:The skin scraping is done to identify the infecting organism so that the correct medication is given. I applaud your vet %26amp; only wish more human doctors would check lab samples prior to prescribing antibiotics, et al. The overuse of antibiotics is what has lead us to the super strains of microbes we have today. I'm afraid animal medical care is following human medical care in the form of high prices...but I digress. Good luck.
Reply:If you don't want to go with the skin scraping you could always try something alternate like Aloe-Vera. We use it on our skin for many problems and have at times used it on my dogs. Paw Paw ointment is good to. It is worth a try, especially if you can't afford the vet. No harm in trying. Good Luck..Cheers.......Moogie
Help me with this problem of my dog?
Skin scraping is not painful. It is no more than you do when you scratch a mosquito bite.. If should not be expensive at all. If your vet charges much for this, or even any beyond the normal office call, then seek another vet.
The cost should be the price of an office call, and the appropriate medication. ( usually a spray or salve) if it IS a fungus. If it is mites, the treatment is different.
You can call your vet's office and ask what the cost will be. They should be happy to tell you.
Reply:well if you feel like your vet is only concerned with making money, you could always get a second opinion. But if your dog does have some type of skin infection they do usually do a skin scrapping to see what it is.
Reply:If you want the vet to be able to give your dog the right medication, then do the skin scraping. If you want to force the vet to make a blind guess, or try a dozen medicines to find the right one, then don't do the skin scraping. It's not a scam to make money, it's what needs to be done to find the cause of the problem.
Reply:you could go to another doc. but the scraping of the skin is right, we just had or dog tested in the same mannor.Come to find out, he had mites.All better now, it was about 2;00 dollars, it was worth it because we love andrew.
Reply:If he is having some sort of skin issue, you should have the vet do a skin scrape in order to determine what issue it is. You shouldn't be treating something without knowing what it is that you are treating.
It could be one or multiple issues, and you won't know unless you have it checked.....
Your vet can not help you unless he knows what it is, that's why he is insisting on a scrape.
Reply:Consult another vet. There are many types of skin diseases.
Reply:you have two choices either try to treat "something with something" and hope for the best or take a culture to be examined at the lab to etermine whatit is and what should be prescribed for treatment ... the other obvious choices a) find a second opinion maybe he has seen similar situation and his guess might be better informed or b) to save moneyon potential test allow him totry a few differant sorts of things and see what works best, which will bemore expensive long term ..............fungus infections dont yusually just disapear but knowing what best to treat them with .requires identifing it
Reply:regarding the life must go to hospital soon
Reply:The skin scraping is done to identify the infecting organism so that the correct medication is given. I applaud your vet %26amp; only wish more human doctors would check lab samples prior to prescribing antibiotics, et al. The overuse of antibiotics is what has lead us to the super strains of microbes we have today. I'm afraid animal medical care is following human medical care in the form of high prices...but I digress. Good luck.
Reply:If you don't want to go with the skin scraping you could always try something alternate like Aloe-Vera. We use it on our skin for many problems and have at times used it on my dogs. Paw Paw ointment is good to. It is worth a try, especially if you can't afford the vet. No harm in trying. Good Luck..Cheers.......Moogie
My dog has a bad itch and I remember years ago same problem was solved with another dog with a product I can't
remember the name of. It was a fish oil based liquid called someting like Lupiderm or Lubiderm. It worked so fast she stoped itching next day. I have new puppy with the same problem. Just alergies or dry skin? Anyone knows this product???
My dog has a bad itch and I remember years ago same problem was solved with another dog with a product I can't
Itching couild be fleas, ticks, mites, mange, sensitive skin, allergies, hot spots...etc, etc.
If it's a bad itch, I suggest seeing a vet so you can find out what it really is, rather than randomly treating it. Some dog itches are things that can affect humans or your household, so I'd get it looked at right away.
Reply:Are you feeding your dog a corn/grain free dog food? A common problem with dogs skin problems is they are allergic to corn or grains the grocery store brands put in there food. Also watch the dog biscuits, they are full of grains/corn.
I use Canidae All life stages. Good food for a good price. Not the best out there, but price to quality matter to me. Try good foods and see it the itch goes away.
snake plant
My dog has a bad itch and I remember years ago same problem was solved with another dog with a product I can't
Itching couild be fleas, ticks, mites, mange, sensitive skin, allergies, hot spots...etc, etc.
If it's a bad itch, I suggest seeing a vet so you can find out what it really is, rather than randomly treating it. Some dog itches are things that can affect humans or your household, so I'd get it looked at right away.
Reply:Are you feeding your dog a corn/grain free dog food? A common problem with dogs skin problems is they are allergic to corn or grains the grocery store brands put in there food. Also watch the dog biscuits, they are full of grains/corn.
I use Canidae All life stages. Good food for a good price. Not the best out there, but price to quality matter to me. Try good foods and see it the itch goes away.
snake plant
What cause a dog to have hairloss followed with bumpy red skin hes acting normal..?
what cause a dog to have hairloss followed with bumpy red skin hes acting normal..?
TOOK HIM TO THE VET AND THEY CANT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS THEY GAVE ME SOME ITCHING MEDICINE CALLED AMOXIL HE CONTANTLY ITCHES AND SCRATHES HIMSELF ITS REALLY SAD I CANT AFFORD THE VET BILLS THEY WANT ME TO COME IN EVERY OTHER DAD $50 AND THEY HAVE NO SOLUTION AT ALL PLEASE HELP ME HES A CHIUAHUHA MIX. HE DOESNT EVEN LOOK LIKE A DOG ANYMORE.
What cause a dog to have hairloss followed with bumpy red skin hes acting normal..?
i had a pit bull who was allergies to flea bites and it did the same thing we used front line to get rid of the fleas and it hair grew back and the rash went away... if he dont have fleas than its probably a different allergy..also get some hot spot to keep him from itching...you can find it at walmart and pet stores.. i hope i could have helped...
Reply:All of this was likely brought on by vaccinations, bad food, flea and tick meds or all of the above.
I would either put this dog on Raw food or see if you can find him a home with someone who can afford his care. Does he have mange?
Reply:He probably has hot spots, or could be reaction to flea bites. I'd find another vet. I think you can give dogs benedryl, but I don't know how much. Also they have spray for itchy spots for dogs.
Reply:Could be anything from flea bites to ringworm. change your vet - sounds like an idiot to me if he can't figure out what's
wrong.
Reply:the first thing id do is find a new vet, every other day is exsessive for full price office fee...
second thing id do is a skin scraping, they can check for mange and other parisites.
if that comes up clear what have you changed reacently, it could be an allergy, an alergy pannel will tell you what foods and items hes allergic to
it could simply be a "hot spot"
however sounds most likely to be mange or allergies!
Reply:I own a chihuahua and also had some hair loss problems. He did not get help until I found a vet who was familiar with toy dog breeds as they are different than other dogs. My new vet has chihuahua's and knew immediately what was wrong! No expensive tests, etc. Turns out he has an adrenal gland problem. That might not be what is wrong in your case but I highly recommend you call around and get a vet who knows these guys. Good luck!!! P.S. We had the skin tests, etc. so I brought those results with me.
Reply:i have a lady who comes into my work and says the same exact thing your descibing happens to her dog when its feed food with preserviatives...so she is no longer to feed it meat...she use to get it a sandwhich for a treat along with dog food...now she has to buy special dog food without the loaded preservatives and she gets her dog string cheese for a snack....i would try cutting it out and see if it goes away...she said if she snuck even one peice of beef jerky (out of the package) into her diet by the end of the day she would run under the bed and be itchy..rashy...and loses hair...i would see another vet just to get your dog diagnosed...she doesn't have to go to the vet at all unless the break outs occur again which she is then givin pills or cream to apply on the break outs....
TOOK HIM TO THE VET AND THEY CANT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS THEY GAVE ME SOME ITCHING MEDICINE CALLED AMOXIL HE CONTANTLY ITCHES AND SCRATHES HIMSELF ITS REALLY SAD I CANT AFFORD THE VET BILLS THEY WANT ME TO COME IN EVERY OTHER DAD $50 AND THEY HAVE NO SOLUTION AT ALL PLEASE HELP ME HES A CHIUAHUHA MIX. HE DOESNT EVEN LOOK LIKE A DOG ANYMORE.
What cause a dog to have hairloss followed with bumpy red skin hes acting normal..?
i had a pit bull who was allergies to flea bites and it did the same thing we used front line to get rid of the fleas and it hair grew back and the rash went away... if he dont have fleas than its probably a different allergy..also get some hot spot to keep him from itching...you can find it at walmart and pet stores.. i hope i could have helped...
Reply:All of this was likely brought on by vaccinations, bad food, flea and tick meds or all of the above.
I would either put this dog on Raw food or see if you can find him a home with someone who can afford his care. Does he have mange?
Reply:He probably has hot spots, or could be reaction to flea bites. I'd find another vet. I think you can give dogs benedryl, but I don't know how much. Also they have spray for itchy spots for dogs.
Reply:Could be anything from flea bites to ringworm. change your vet - sounds like an idiot to me if he can't figure out what's
wrong.
Reply:the first thing id do is find a new vet, every other day is exsessive for full price office fee...
second thing id do is a skin scraping, they can check for mange and other parisites.
if that comes up clear what have you changed reacently, it could be an allergy, an alergy pannel will tell you what foods and items hes allergic to
it could simply be a "hot spot"
however sounds most likely to be mange or allergies!
Reply:I own a chihuahua and also had some hair loss problems. He did not get help until I found a vet who was familiar with toy dog breeds as they are different than other dogs. My new vet has chihuahua's and knew immediately what was wrong! No expensive tests, etc. Turns out he has an adrenal gland problem. That might not be what is wrong in your case but I highly recommend you call around and get a vet who knows these guys. Good luck!!! P.S. We had the skin tests, etc. so I brought those results with me.
Reply:i have a lady who comes into my work and says the same exact thing your descibing happens to her dog when its feed food with preserviatives...so she is no longer to feed it meat...she use to get it a sandwhich for a treat along with dog food...now she has to buy special dog food without the loaded preservatives and she gets her dog string cheese for a snack....i would try cutting it out and see if it goes away...she said if she snuck even one peice of beef jerky (out of the package) into her diet by the end of the day she would run under the bed and be itchy..rashy...and loses hair...i would see another vet just to get your dog diagnosed...she doesn't have to go to the vet at all unless the break outs occur again which she is then givin pills or cream to apply on the break outs....
Huge problem- aggressive, "mean" dog. Not sure what to do. Any suggestions?
My family has a Chow/German Shepard/Yellow Lab mix dog, about five years old. At times she'll be fine, the most lovable dog in the world. Other times, she'll randomly growl and begin to snarl (showing teeth, etc.) and even lunging and "biting". She HAS, in fact, broken the skin on a few occassions, but normally doesn't bite down hard. She normally does this when she's lying down and we're on the couch watching t.v. or something of the sort, but as of late she's done it in other instances. For example- the other day I went to reach for her ball while we were playing and she, without any warning, snapped at my hand and chased me, snarling and growling, until I reached the stairs, out of her reach. Also, this morning, my mom was showing my dad her hand (she burnt it last night while cooking dinner) and our dog started to growl. My dad said "oh, it's ok, girl" and went to pet her to calm her down and she snapped at him, biting his hand (she broke the skin, drawing blood).
Huge problem- aggressive, "mean" dog. Not sure what to do. Any suggestions?
Dogs like this require professional training. It is obvious you don't have enough experience otherwise you would know to never run from a dog or try to coddle it when it is misbehaving. Get her into training. She has simply learned that she can take over the household little by little and you and your entire family need to learn to be alpha to her.
Reply:I think you should contact your vet and ask what they think about her sudden behaviour change. It sounds very unusual, and you really need to address it quickly, before someone gets seriously hurt. A lot of people on here are probably going to tell you to kill it, which is the last thing you should do. Take the time to at least try to find out if it is a problem you can deal with. Good luck.
---- You say you can't afford to take her to the vet, but can you afford for her to bite someone who might not be as understanding as a family member? Can you afford the court costs and medical bills associated with that? I would think twice before saying you "can't afford" to take her to the vet. Call around and find one that will let you make payment arrangements, or one that doesn't charge excessive office visits. Your pet is a responsibility, just like your family - I'm sure you don't deny them medical care when they need it. When an animals behaviour changes, that is usually indicative of a bigger problem. She needs a professional assessment of some sort. Anything less is cruel to her.
Reply:Take the dog to the vet. It may need to be put down, but there could be other options. I have heard of "doggy prozac"...not sure about it, but maybe something like that would work. That sounds really scary, good luck.
Reply:You cannot pet her and tell her it's okay when she is growling. To a dog, that is praise, and you are encouraging it. Please get her enrolled in obedience classes, you need a professional.
Reply:maybe it is something medical? Get a complete health check on her, blood work, everything. Its not like she can talk to you and tell you what is wrong. It may cost a bit, but if you are thinking about putting her down....
Reply:Dogs can "turn" against people. They can also get sick and be crabby. Have your dog evaluated for several days- the humane society can help. It may, sadly, be the end of the line for your dog- or it may be an ilness.
Reply:you need to get this dog to training classes or a trainer to work with you one on one. these behaviors can not be acceptable and will only lead to tragedy. I would not suggest trying to fix this on your own. do some research and find a good trainer.
ADD- as everyone else said, if this behavior is new, there could be a medical reason but if not, a trainer is your best bet
Reply:Have you discussed this with your vet???
Has she had obedience training???
Reply:If she has bitten people (even "just family members") she's a dangerous dog and you're right - something needs to be done before something tragic happens!
Personally, I would have her put down because of this - but that's not the answer you really want to hear.
Take her to the vet for a thorough physical exam. this is to make sure there isn't a physical problem - such as internal pain (say, from joint problems etc.) Explain the biting problem just as you have explained it here. Your vet can recommend a behaviorist to have her evaluated for behavior problems.
Follow the behaviorist's advice faithfully. Even if this means being more "stern" or "forceful" than you have been in the past. It's better to be harsh and stern now than to face legal problems from having a known biter in your house.
Good luck. This is going to take time, patience, and not a little bit of money.
Reply:She could be ill so make sure she has a clean bill of health first
Then contact a behaviourist for a training plan.
Fundamentally it sounds like she is trying to take over the family - make sure you do basic things like walk through doors and eat first. Ignore any growling or give a firm no back. Do not run away from her but stand tall with your arms crossed and DO NOT look her in the eyes
Reply:i'm afraid your right without spending lots of money for a professional trainer. is she spayed? sometimes spaying/neutering will dampen aggression as well as make a dog easier to control. it sounds as though your dog has always been in control of the household and is trying to keep her position. she's a big dog and trying to get control now is going to get someone hurt. chows and shephards tend to be head strong to begin with and don't make the best mixes.
and it's never too late to spay or neuter.
Reply:If your vet can't find anything physically wrong wiht her, I'd probably consider putting her down. I'm sorry, I know that is hard to hear, but this dog seems to have no predictable triggers that you can either avoid, or train her out of. It sounds like she feels like she rules the home, and that is not a safe situation for any of you.
Part of the problem, if I am reading this right, is your Dad unknowingly rewarded her for growling by saying, "Oh, it OK girl" when she growled at him examining your Mother's hand. That is encouraging the aggression. My concern is, that after all this time as "boss" that when you try to re-train her, she is going to decide to try to beat you into submission, and with her teeth and strength, you are going to lose.
You might consult a few trainers to see what their overall opinion is before making a decision, but from reading what you have here, I think she's a ticking time bomb, and the fuse is getting dangerously short.
Reply:First have her checked over by the vet to see if there is a physical problem.
Then consult with a professional trainer who is experienced with aggressive dogs.
Or have the dog put down.
Reply:Firstly she is getting old. When dogs begin to get old they begin to ache, like an older human does. Secondly, Chows are very unpredictable dogs. It could be the Chow showing in her.
Talk to the vet. Perhaps he knows what to do. Maybe muzzle train her, she bites, she gets muzzled for an hour.
Reply:That's a chow mix for ya. And then somebody keeps telling her 'It's OK girl"? The rest of you run, get scared, get bit?
Solution: #1) Your whole family needs educated and #2) Your dog needs trained.
Suggestion: This is no time to putt around ... GET A TRAINER for this dog to come to your home. Please.
What it is NOT: It's not about whether or not she breaks the skin or draws blood. This dog is getting away with her behavior the moment she shows teeth and/or growls. The rest is just confidence and ya'll letting her.
Reply:You do need to get her to the vet and rule out health problems.
But your dad needs to quit praising her for inappropriate behaviour. Likely this has been going on her entire life. You cannot tell her it's okay when she has done something wrong, you are reinforcing the behaviour. You should find the money and get a good behaviourist to take a look at her after the vet has gone over her. She is a dangerous dog, that doesn't know her boundaries and has been praised for biting and growling. You need professional help.
If you cannot afford the vet, and you cannot afford the trainer, the only right and fair thing is to have her put down. Do NOT give her to someone else.
Reply:sorry to tell you that chows are bad for turning on their owners for no reason. You should answer some more questions before I can help you. Is your dog up to date with all shot? Even if your dog is an inside dog, very imperative to know. also when is the first time your dog bit some one to break blood? You need to think of the potential danger this dog can be to your neighbors as well as your own family. German Shepard's too are known for turning against their owners. If your intentions are to keep a biting dog, get a distemper shot. Most vets will say euthanize. Once a dog gets the taste of blood, it will crave that taste there after. Striking more frequently, vigorously and more often!
Reply:Defiantly have her checked out by a vet to make sure she's not hurting anywhere. If that's not the problem then chances are you're not the boss as far as she's concerned. Don't ever praise or console her if she's doing something you don't want her to do again. You're just telling her that biting and growling is right, now let me pet you to thank you for biting me. Also, Don't run away from her. You're just confirming that she's in charge. It all starts with walking her properly. Make sure she stays behind you or by your side. Don't let her lead you on the walk, ever. Hopefully this helps. You'd be amazed at what proper walking will do.
Reply:Well, your not going to like this:
I had a beautiful Australian Shepard that started biting children.
I love this dog!!! After a long consideration,I brought him into the vet's office I worked at and had him euthanized. The children's safety has to come first!
He had done this twice to children. I just felt I could not "trust" him anymore. I'm not one to lock up an animal or muzzle an animal or bring him into a shelter for him to injure someone else...That would be cruel and irresponsible. This dog was 5 years old and just had an attitude.
Reply:After reading everything that you wrote here and some of the responses you have gotten the only thing I have to say to you is put her down. Nothing of any behaviors you describe sounds like a dog that is all together there. Good luck to you!!
Reply:You might check with your vet. Dogs don't just normally start biting for no reason. There may be a health issue involved.
Reply:Wow - you have EVERY excuse in the book now don't you? You have a potentially dangerous dog but can't seem to find the money to take her to the vet to determine if there is a health issue that might be causing this. You talk about putting her down but you don't have any money.
Might I ask how your typed the question on YA? Were you at a friend's house? The library? Or sitting at your home on your own computer using your internet that costs - what - minimum 40.00 a month.
You have the money, you just choose to spend it on other things (waiting for the next excuse you would like to throw out there).
Your dog has issues and problems. Putting a muzzle on the dog is not the way to address the problems, it's what you do to work on the problems safely. Alas, you need - at the very minimum, a trip to the vet, and to get into training with a knowledgeable instructor. Alas, neither of those things are free. So make your choices now. Make a committment to working on your dog and quit making excuses or be the coward and take her to the human society. Drop her off, pay the 40.00 drop off fee and then know that she'll be euthanized. But hey - at least you saved a few bucks.
Reply:You have a dog that is a resource guarder. You should find a trainer to help you learn how to change this behavior. Check out the book MINE!
www.fearfuldogs.com/books.html
sorrel
Huge problem- aggressive, "mean" dog. Not sure what to do. Any suggestions?
Dogs like this require professional training. It is obvious you don't have enough experience otherwise you would know to never run from a dog or try to coddle it when it is misbehaving. Get her into training. She has simply learned that she can take over the household little by little and you and your entire family need to learn to be alpha to her.
Reply:I think you should contact your vet and ask what they think about her sudden behaviour change. It sounds very unusual, and you really need to address it quickly, before someone gets seriously hurt. A lot of people on here are probably going to tell you to kill it, which is the last thing you should do. Take the time to at least try to find out if it is a problem you can deal with. Good luck.
---- You say you can't afford to take her to the vet, but can you afford for her to bite someone who might not be as understanding as a family member? Can you afford the court costs and medical bills associated with that? I would think twice before saying you "can't afford" to take her to the vet. Call around and find one that will let you make payment arrangements, or one that doesn't charge excessive office visits. Your pet is a responsibility, just like your family - I'm sure you don't deny them medical care when they need it. When an animals behaviour changes, that is usually indicative of a bigger problem. She needs a professional assessment of some sort. Anything less is cruel to her.
Reply:Take the dog to the vet. It may need to be put down, but there could be other options. I have heard of "doggy prozac"...not sure about it, but maybe something like that would work. That sounds really scary, good luck.
Reply:You cannot pet her and tell her it's okay when she is growling. To a dog, that is praise, and you are encouraging it. Please get her enrolled in obedience classes, you need a professional.
Reply:maybe it is something medical? Get a complete health check on her, blood work, everything. Its not like she can talk to you and tell you what is wrong. It may cost a bit, but if you are thinking about putting her down....
Reply:Dogs can "turn" against people. They can also get sick and be crabby. Have your dog evaluated for several days- the humane society can help. It may, sadly, be the end of the line for your dog- or it may be an ilness.
Reply:you need to get this dog to training classes or a trainer to work with you one on one. these behaviors can not be acceptable and will only lead to tragedy. I would not suggest trying to fix this on your own. do some research and find a good trainer.
ADD- as everyone else said, if this behavior is new, there could be a medical reason but if not, a trainer is your best bet
Reply:Have you discussed this with your vet???
Has she had obedience training???
Reply:If she has bitten people (even "just family members") she's a dangerous dog and you're right - something needs to be done before something tragic happens!
Personally, I would have her put down because of this - but that's not the answer you really want to hear.
Take her to the vet for a thorough physical exam. this is to make sure there isn't a physical problem - such as internal pain (say, from joint problems etc.) Explain the biting problem just as you have explained it here. Your vet can recommend a behaviorist to have her evaluated for behavior problems.
Follow the behaviorist's advice faithfully. Even if this means being more "stern" or "forceful" than you have been in the past. It's better to be harsh and stern now than to face legal problems from having a known biter in your house.
Good luck. This is going to take time, patience, and not a little bit of money.
Reply:She could be ill so make sure she has a clean bill of health first
Then contact a behaviourist for a training plan.
Fundamentally it sounds like she is trying to take over the family - make sure you do basic things like walk through doors and eat first. Ignore any growling or give a firm no back. Do not run away from her but stand tall with your arms crossed and DO NOT look her in the eyes
Reply:i'm afraid your right without spending lots of money for a professional trainer. is she spayed? sometimes spaying/neutering will dampen aggression as well as make a dog easier to control. it sounds as though your dog has always been in control of the household and is trying to keep her position. she's a big dog and trying to get control now is going to get someone hurt. chows and shephards tend to be head strong to begin with and don't make the best mixes.
and it's never too late to spay or neuter.
Reply:If your vet can't find anything physically wrong wiht her, I'd probably consider putting her down. I'm sorry, I know that is hard to hear, but this dog seems to have no predictable triggers that you can either avoid, or train her out of. It sounds like she feels like she rules the home, and that is not a safe situation for any of you.
Part of the problem, if I am reading this right, is your Dad unknowingly rewarded her for growling by saying, "Oh, it OK girl" when she growled at him examining your Mother's hand. That is encouraging the aggression. My concern is, that after all this time as "boss" that when you try to re-train her, she is going to decide to try to beat you into submission, and with her teeth and strength, you are going to lose.
You might consult a few trainers to see what their overall opinion is before making a decision, but from reading what you have here, I think she's a ticking time bomb, and the fuse is getting dangerously short.
Reply:First have her checked over by the vet to see if there is a physical problem.
Then consult with a professional trainer who is experienced with aggressive dogs.
Or have the dog put down.
Reply:Firstly she is getting old. When dogs begin to get old they begin to ache, like an older human does. Secondly, Chows are very unpredictable dogs. It could be the Chow showing in her.
Talk to the vet. Perhaps he knows what to do. Maybe muzzle train her, she bites, she gets muzzled for an hour.
Reply:That's a chow mix for ya. And then somebody keeps telling her 'It's OK girl"? The rest of you run, get scared, get bit?
Solution: #1) Your whole family needs educated and #2) Your dog needs trained.
Suggestion: This is no time to putt around ... GET A TRAINER for this dog to come to your home. Please.
What it is NOT: It's not about whether or not she breaks the skin or draws blood. This dog is getting away with her behavior the moment she shows teeth and/or growls. The rest is just confidence and ya'll letting her.
Reply:You do need to get her to the vet and rule out health problems.
But your dad needs to quit praising her for inappropriate behaviour. Likely this has been going on her entire life. You cannot tell her it's okay when she has done something wrong, you are reinforcing the behaviour. You should find the money and get a good behaviourist to take a look at her after the vet has gone over her. She is a dangerous dog, that doesn't know her boundaries and has been praised for biting and growling. You need professional help.
If you cannot afford the vet, and you cannot afford the trainer, the only right and fair thing is to have her put down. Do NOT give her to someone else.
Reply:sorry to tell you that chows are bad for turning on their owners for no reason. You should answer some more questions before I can help you. Is your dog up to date with all shot? Even if your dog is an inside dog, very imperative to know. also when is the first time your dog bit some one to break blood? You need to think of the potential danger this dog can be to your neighbors as well as your own family. German Shepard's too are known for turning against their owners. If your intentions are to keep a biting dog, get a distemper shot. Most vets will say euthanize. Once a dog gets the taste of blood, it will crave that taste there after. Striking more frequently, vigorously and more often!
Reply:Defiantly have her checked out by a vet to make sure she's not hurting anywhere. If that's not the problem then chances are you're not the boss as far as she's concerned. Don't ever praise or console her if she's doing something you don't want her to do again. You're just telling her that biting and growling is right, now let me pet you to thank you for biting me. Also, Don't run away from her. You're just confirming that she's in charge. It all starts with walking her properly. Make sure she stays behind you or by your side. Don't let her lead you on the walk, ever. Hopefully this helps. You'd be amazed at what proper walking will do.
Reply:Well, your not going to like this:
I had a beautiful Australian Shepard that started biting children.
I love this dog!!! After a long consideration,I brought him into the vet's office I worked at and had him euthanized. The children's safety has to come first!
He had done this twice to children. I just felt I could not "trust" him anymore. I'm not one to lock up an animal or muzzle an animal or bring him into a shelter for him to injure someone else...That would be cruel and irresponsible. This dog was 5 years old and just had an attitude.
Reply:After reading everything that you wrote here and some of the responses you have gotten the only thing I have to say to you is put her down. Nothing of any behaviors you describe sounds like a dog that is all together there. Good luck to you!!
Reply:You might check with your vet. Dogs don't just normally start biting for no reason. There may be a health issue involved.
Reply:Wow - you have EVERY excuse in the book now don't you? You have a potentially dangerous dog but can't seem to find the money to take her to the vet to determine if there is a health issue that might be causing this. You talk about putting her down but you don't have any money.
Might I ask how your typed the question on YA? Were you at a friend's house? The library? Or sitting at your home on your own computer using your internet that costs - what - minimum 40.00 a month.
You have the money, you just choose to spend it on other things (waiting for the next excuse you would like to throw out there).
Your dog has issues and problems. Putting a muzzle on the dog is not the way to address the problems, it's what you do to work on the problems safely. Alas, you need - at the very minimum, a trip to the vet, and to get into training with a knowledgeable instructor. Alas, neither of those things are free. So make your choices now. Make a committment to working on your dog and quit making excuses or be the coward and take her to the human society. Drop her off, pay the 40.00 drop off fee and then know that she'll be euthanized. But hey - at least you saved a few bucks.
Reply:You have a dog that is a resource guarder. You should find a trainer to help you learn how to change this behavior. Check out the book MINE!
www.fearfuldogs.com/books.html
sorrel
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