he is asbout 12 yrs old and has many health problems. from cataracts ,allergies , skin conditions, diabetes, now he is loosing urinary control. my vet suspects khroan diseeses i don't know what to do
Euthinze my dog?
If your dog is not comfortable and happy, euthanization is a kindness for him. We got a diagnosis of cancer on our 13 yr old basset hound last summer. He was given a few days to live. He lived another 6 weeks because as long as he got up to eat, wagged his tail and wanted to be with us, I took this to mean he still wanted to go on. The day he couldn't get out of his bed, couldn't stand up on his own, and refsued every food offered, etc.., I knew he was counting on us to give him the gift of release, and so we did.
On the other hand, we had an 11 yr old basset who had no medical issues at all (other than a touch of arthritis) who suddenly went paralyzed in his back legs. People told me to put him down, but I couldn't jusitify this as his heart, liver, kidneys, etc.. were just fine. (People had said to do it because I was alone with three little kids, 3 dogs, a cat, and pregnant with my 4th baby when my husband was deployed to Afghanistan.) I opted to just make sure Rusty was not in pain and after 4 months he regained the ability to walk and lived another 4 1/2 years.
If your dog's quality of life is affected and he is in pain, not happy, etc., I would opt to love him enough to end his suffering. He has been your good and faithful servant for all these years and he is counting on you to help him in his time of need.
Reply:Hardest decisions I've ever had to make (3 times in 2 years). Take a good (if possible, objective) look at your dog. Is his quality of life what you would want for him? If not, and medical treatment won't help to bring it back, you need to do what's in the best interest of the dog. You will grieve and probably feel guilty; but really, is the dog suffering needlessly? best wishes.
Reply:If he's in pain its not fair to him that you keep him alive. I know what you're going through my lab is 13, and she's starting to deteriorate. She doesn't seem in pain though so hopefully it'll be awhile. But if she was it wouldn't be a question for me I don't want her to suffer one bit I would put her down even though I would miss her so much.
Reply:You will know when it's time-gosh that sounds so crazy when I say that, but it's true. I lost my dog 6 months ago from cancer, and the time did show itself. If he's not in pain and still has reactions to stimuli like toys it's not time. They make doggie depends too. Did they check for a kidney, bladder infection? Let me know if I can help. Good luck to you and you furbaby.
Reply:dogs do not have chron's disease. they can however have inflammatory bowel disease which can be treated with a hypoallergenic diet. sometimes these pets need a course of steroids to get rid of the inflammation, but ibd is not a death sentence. the allergies and skin issues can usually be helped by a hypoallergenic diet as well.
talk to your vet about options, questions and concerns.
Reply:It's hard to do it but no one has the right to blame you. Have a puppy it is good for you and for your conscience.
Reply:This may help you to decide
PUT ME TO REST
Time to let me go my friend,
Because my life no-one can mend,
Its better to let me go this way,
Than watch me suffer night and day.
I'm happy to go, my time has come,
My quality of life is no longer fun,
Ive been so ill, so its not a bad thing,
To let me go forever resting.
Stay with me till I drift away,
Fast asleep forever I pray,
To relieve me from suffering and pain,
What more can I ask from my best friend.
Don't be sad, I'll be free from pain,
Never to be ill ever again,
I know you'll miss me being there,
But all the memories you have to share.
Thankyou for being my best friend,
And all my needs that you did tend,
Try not to be sad, try not to cry,
Now's the time to say GOODBYE
Reply:Please bring him to an animal acupuncturist. With acupuncture and herbs many of these problems can be controlled and/or resolved and your dog will have a great quality of life for a long time.
Kim at: http://www.peaceful-organic-planet.com/h...
Reply:Only you can answer that question!
You are asking for permission. Again only you can answer that question!
A chiropractor help my girl with leaking problems. After a few treatments I never seen her leak again unless there was something wrong like an infection.
I will tell you my story now!
I didn't think I could ever do it but yesterday I put my girl down. I hope that she is now running in fields of dreams. She loved to run like a bullet full speed until she got tired then would run up to our feet and just drop.
I am heart broken but I know it was the right thing even thou she was still a happy dog. Our girl was not well, she could not walk on her own without a harness and this week we were told she had Diabetes. We just could not go forward with more tests and more meds to keep her alive.
A vet told me not long ago - A dogs aim is to please, no matter what they will try to be happy and entertain the people they love. So knowing when they are ill is so very hard as they will not show it.
I wish you peace going forward.
hydrangeas
Monday, August 23, 2010
Dandruff problem?
I have stubborn, persistant dandruff. Sometimes it is flaky but most times it hardens on my scalp sorta like a huge scab but no blood or discolouration. No amount of hairbrushing will remove it. I've tried several types of anti-dandruff products from a variety of different brands. The latest I'm trying is coal tar shampoo. They have a dog variety they used on my dog which helped her with her skin irritation. Anyone else have this? Anyone know of causes? Anyone have any remedies, natural or otherwise?
Dandruff problem?
You need to see a dermatologist. This sounds more involved than simple dandruff. Could be a severe form of seborrheic dermatitis, plaque psoriasis, eczema, ring worm or a host of other things.
My daughter has eczema and will sometimes get thick scaly yellow flakes on her scalp. When she was a baby and had cradle cap, we would use baby oil to soften the scales and lift them up gently with a comb/brush. Now, we dampen her scalp, apply a med called derma smooth and let her sleep in a shower cap. The next day, we can lift the flakes off. Her problem worsened years ago when she got ring worm from the day care provider sharing her comb/brush with other kids. I ended up getting it too. We had to go on anti fungal meds for six weeks and the ring worm went away. We were lucky and had no hair loss but have had bad flaky scalps since then. (Could be coincidence and not a lasting affect from the ring worm, I guess) Mine didn't itch but my child's did.
So please go get checked out.
By the way,
Have you tried t-tree oil ? That also has antiseptic properties as well. What about Nizoral shampoo ? The over the counter version isn't as strong as the prescription strength but it may help.
Good luck!
Reply:since you have tried several types of anti-dandruff products already i suggest that you should visit a dermatologist.
dandruff can also be genetic. or can also be caused by a hair dryer if you use it everyday.
Reply:I got this from a website, I hope it helps!:
For years I’ve battled dandruff. I mean I’ve had it bad. Recently it’s reached nightmarish proportions — my scalp was like North Dakota in January.
I tried all sorts of remedies. I tried Selsun Blue. I tried Head and Shoulders. I tried Denorex. Nothing worked. I even tried not washing my hair at all. That didn’t help the dandruff and just created the added grossness of greasy hair.
Frustrated, I was ready to make a doctor’s appointment, ready to spend vast sums of money to defeat the dandruff. Then, on a whim, my wife bought me a bottle of baby shampoo. You know the stuff: “tearless”, etc. I was skeptical, but willing to try anything. You know what? It worked!
I’ve been washing my hair with baby shampoo daily for the past two weeks. It hasn’t eliminated the dandruff completely, but it has reduced it dramatically. I mean by an order of magnitude. To levels of normality.
I cannot vouch that baby shampoo will work for everyone, but if you too have a dandruff problem, it cannot hurt to try. It’s an easy and cheap solution. And do me a favor: if you try this, post back here to say whether or not it worked for you.
Also, here's my own recommendation: wash your hair with lukewarm water, not hot water, because the hot water will just burn your scalp and cause more dandruff.
Good luck!
Reply:im actually wondering this myself. i have such bad dandruff and ive tried several shampoos as well. its really a pain. they have these brushes specifically for dandruff. its a copper brush from goody i believe.
Reply:Try head head%26amp;shoulders dandruff shampoo, Fluocinolone,or biotin, its wat my dermathologist recommened for that
Reply:in the uk there is a product called T-CUT its a shampoo it works wash hair everyday for one week then every two days
the next week then 2x a week there on
it worked for me i had scabbs and blood but now im lucky
if i can find a flake
hope this helps
Reply:Make sure you rinse your hair well with cool water. Colder water gets the suds out better. I have thick hair, I know. It will take a few times but it will work.
Reply:I stumble on the website below. It offers dandruff cure information.
Reply:A lot of good suggestions among the answers. Other things- rinse with Listerine, then a clear water rinse, or a vinegar rinse followed by clear water only. Maybe stop using conditioner (if you are using it). Good wishes, there probably is a solution to the problem among the dozen or so mentioned here, though it will take a few weeks to check them out.
Reply:A herbal rinse is a safe method of removing dandruff. Apply lemon juice with the rind on the scalp .After 5 minutes wash off with shampoo and water. More simple remedies for dandruff at http://usefulinfo-dandruff.blogspot.com/
Dandruff problem?
You need to see a dermatologist. This sounds more involved than simple dandruff. Could be a severe form of seborrheic dermatitis, plaque psoriasis, eczema, ring worm or a host of other things.
My daughter has eczema and will sometimes get thick scaly yellow flakes on her scalp. When she was a baby and had cradle cap, we would use baby oil to soften the scales and lift them up gently with a comb/brush. Now, we dampen her scalp, apply a med called derma smooth and let her sleep in a shower cap. The next day, we can lift the flakes off. Her problem worsened years ago when she got ring worm from the day care provider sharing her comb/brush with other kids. I ended up getting it too. We had to go on anti fungal meds for six weeks and the ring worm went away. We were lucky and had no hair loss but have had bad flaky scalps since then. (Could be coincidence and not a lasting affect from the ring worm, I guess) Mine didn't itch but my child's did.
So please go get checked out.
By the way,
Have you tried t-tree oil ? That also has antiseptic properties as well. What about Nizoral shampoo ? The over the counter version isn't as strong as the prescription strength but it may help.
Good luck!
Reply:since you have tried several types of anti-dandruff products already i suggest that you should visit a dermatologist.
dandruff can also be genetic. or can also be caused by a hair dryer if you use it everyday.
Reply:I got this from a website, I hope it helps!:
For years I’ve battled dandruff. I mean I’ve had it bad. Recently it’s reached nightmarish proportions — my scalp was like North Dakota in January.
I tried all sorts of remedies. I tried Selsun Blue. I tried Head and Shoulders. I tried Denorex. Nothing worked. I even tried not washing my hair at all. That didn’t help the dandruff and just created the added grossness of greasy hair.
Frustrated, I was ready to make a doctor’s appointment, ready to spend vast sums of money to defeat the dandruff. Then, on a whim, my wife bought me a bottle of baby shampoo. You know the stuff: “tearless”, etc. I was skeptical, but willing to try anything. You know what? It worked!
I’ve been washing my hair with baby shampoo daily for the past two weeks. It hasn’t eliminated the dandruff completely, but it has reduced it dramatically. I mean by an order of magnitude. To levels of normality.
I cannot vouch that baby shampoo will work for everyone, but if you too have a dandruff problem, it cannot hurt to try. It’s an easy and cheap solution. And do me a favor: if you try this, post back here to say whether or not it worked for you.
Also, here's my own recommendation: wash your hair with lukewarm water, not hot water, because the hot water will just burn your scalp and cause more dandruff.
Good luck!
Reply:im actually wondering this myself. i have such bad dandruff and ive tried several shampoos as well. its really a pain. they have these brushes specifically for dandruff. its a copper brush from goody i believe.
Reply:Try head head%26amp;shoulders dandruff shampoo, Fluocinolone,or biotin, its wat my dermathologist recommened for that
Reply:in the uk there is a product called T-CUT its a shampoo it works wash hair everyday for one week then every two days
the next week then 2x a week there on
it worked for me i had scabbs and blood but now im lucky
if i can find a flake
hope this helps
Reply:Make sure you rinse your hair well with cool water. Colder water gets the suds out better. I have thick hair, I know. It will take a few times but it will work.
Reply:I stumble on the website below. It offers dandruff cure information.
Reply:A lot of good suggestions among the answers. Other things- rinse with Listerine, then a clear water rinse, or a vinegar rinse followed by clear water only. Maybe stop using conditioner (if you are using it). Good wishes, there probably is a solution to the problem among the dozen or so mentioned here, though it will take a few weeks to check them out.
Reply:A herbal rinse is a safe method of removing dandruff. Apply lemon juice with the rind on the scalp .After 5 minutes wash off with shampoo and water. More simple remedies for dandruff at http://usefulinfo-dandruff.blogspot.com/
Dog won't stop scratching!?
I have a 2 year old male Pommarian. He is always scratching. He doesn't have fleas or ticks. I bought some soap-free hypoallergenic shampoo from Petco and it works for a few hours then he's itching again. I'm pretty sure its dry skin. My mom had the same problem with her collie. Is there any home remedies I can try to help relieve the itching. He even has made himself bleed in a few spots from the scratching. I'm really tempted to shave him! Any advice?
Dog won't stop scratching!?
First thing, any problem needs to be addressed by a vet. Second, you could try fish oil gel caps. Third, too many baths will cause itching! Fourth, look at the food you are feeding. 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. 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. Do not pay attention to advertising, they all say there food is great. "Vet approved" means they have a vet on staff to approve their product. In other words, someone paid to approve it. Same with foods most vets recommend. Salesmen "gift" vets then the vet recommends the food. Most vets are not nutritionists! 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:I don't know how often you give the dog a bath but try to reduce it to once a month at the most. The more you bathe a dog the drier their skin will become. Also use a oatmeal and aloe shampoo when you do give the dog a bath. I don't think shaving the dog will help because hair or no hair the skin will still be dry. Good Luck!!!
Reply:Shaving him won't help - a pom's coat protects him from the elements. Sounds like allergies - either environmental causes or from food. Take him to the vet - there are meds they can give him short-term to settle it down. Then look into his food situation. I feed California Natural which is formulated for allergic dogs.
Reply:take him 2 the vet! cuz my dog does the same
the vet gave us meds! :)
Reply:There are some skin conditioning shampoos out there that might help. Also try feeding more fat. Get some beef fat from your butcher or ask for it at the meat counter at the grocery store...feed the dog a little of that every day. I would say a handfull would be efficient. Also you can put an ounce of olive oil in his food. Feeding eggs also helps the coat. Sometimes dry skin is an effect of too little fat in the diet.
These are all suggestions, but if you can you should really get him to the vet right away. The poor dog sounds like he is miserable and might have an allergy or something.
Reply:There are more then 500 different things that can cause your dog to be itchy. If your dog is scratching all the time it is important to find out what is causing the itch. This can be quite difficult. While there are many common causes of canine scratching, it can take quite a bit of detective work to figure out the culprit. Try not to scratch your dog itchy spot for him. Believe it or not, scratching the itch, will only make the dog more itchy.
There are several things you can do to ease your dogs itch while you try to figure out, with the help of your vet, what is causing the irritating itch.
1. Bathe the dog regularly in cool water. Warm or hot water will only make the itch worse. Soak for 5 to 10 minutes. Adding some Epsom salts, baking soda, or colloidal oatmeal (like Aveeno) to the water will increase the soothing effects. This will provide only a temporary relief lasting from a few hours to a few days. After the bath, pat the dog with a towel. Do not rub the skin, this will only increase the dogs itch. Do not use a hair dryer on a heat setting. A cool (no heat) setting would be okay. Heat and rubbing the dogs skin will increase your dogs itch, making the bath ineffective.
2.Fatty Acids, found in either marine oils or evening primrose oil, can be very effective in easing an itch. You can try giving one of these fatty acid supplements. It will take several weeks before the benefit will take effect, so they are for treating long term problems rather than an on-off irritation. You can find these at your local health food store.
3.Antihistamines can sometimes be effective with short term itches. For example; insect bites or a flare-up of hay fever. You can use an over the counter antihistamine such as clemastine (Tavist), chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton) or diphenhydramine (Benadryl). Be sure to consult your veterinarian first. Your vet will give you the proper dosage and tell you if this will be a good thing to try for your dogs problem.
Top Ten Worst Itching Offenders
1. Fleas
2. Airborne allergens like pollen, which result in hay fever
3. Parasites, such as ear mites, scabies or cheyletiellosis, also known as walking dandruff
4. Skin infections caused by bacteria
5. Ticks and lice
6. Food allergies
7. Fungal infections, including yeast infections
8. Seborrhea
9. Contact allergies
10. Whole-body illnesses, such as liver disease, immune-system problems and some cancers.
Allergies in dogs can be very frustrating. Symptoms your dog may have are chewing/licking the paws.... and/or scratching anywhere on the body causing oozing sores that just don't seem to go away. And they can be allergies to just about anything..... the bite of a single flea can cause a fit of scratching and chewing. And even be allergic to their plastic food bowl Or to the food you feed. Dogs also may have seasonal allergies from pollens in the air or rubbed into. Our mission here is trying to pin-point what is making your dogs discomfort and scratching and chewing and licking. It's not easy but don't give up. We encourage you to seek veterinary care. This group is not for replacing vet care.
Reply:Try changing the food you are feeding him. Switch him to something like Solid Gold, Wellness, Candiae, etc. Foods like Solid Gold don't have fillers, by-products, gluten, etc in them. Most of the foods that you buy in the supermarket contain corn. Corn in the number 1 cause for allergies in dogs. Which can cause them to scratch.
Also call your vet and ask them what dose of Benedryl you can give him. Benedryl with help relieve some of the itching. But definitely change his food. Benedryl will only cover up the symptoms and won't actually treat the problem.
Reply:What are you feeding him? Chances are good that he's got a problem with his food. You can look here to learn more about dog food:
http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com
Corn is a major source of dog allergies and skin problems. Switching to a simpler food like California Natural may be a good idea. Good luck!
Reply:Try Atopica I live in St.Louis and I take my Jack Russel to a doggie dermotoligst. Thje Atopica has worked very well for allergies. Hope this has helped.
Reply:I regularly shave my dog in the spring/summer anyway because of the heat and I can then make sure shes free of lumps/growths/sores too. If you run the AC alot and shave him, he'll need a doggie sweater! Shaving works wonders to get the medicine right on the skin instead of wasting it on the fur. I use a Braggs Apple Cider vinegar/neem oil rinse on my dog AFTER I shampoo her. I leave it in, dont rinse it. It smells like a salad for awhile, but it works wonders for the itching!!! Vinegar burns open wounds but only for a minute then somehow it calms the skin. Great dog itchy website below with home remedies !! Good luck!
Dog won't stop scratching!?
First thing, any problem needs to be addressed by a vet. Second, you could try fish oil gel caps. Third, too many baths will cause itching! Fourth, look at the food you are feeding. 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. 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. Do not pay attention to advertising, they all say there food is great. "Vet approved" means they have a vet on staff to approve their product. In other words, someone paid to approve it. Same with foods most vets recommend. Salesmen "gift" vets then the vet recommends the food. Most vets are not nutritionists! 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:I don't know how often you give the dog a bath but try to reduce it to once a month at the most. The more you bathe a dog the drier their skin will become. Also use a oatmeal and aloe shampoo when you do give the dog a bath. I don't think shaving the dog will help because hair or no hair the skin will still be dry. Good Luck!!!
Reply:Shaving him won't help - a pom's coat protects him from the elements. Sounds like allergies - either environmental causes or from food. Take him to the vet - there are meds they can give him short-term to settle it down. Then look into his food situation. I feed California Natural which is formulated for allergic dogs.
Reply:take him 2 the vet! cuz my dog does the same
the vet gave us meds! :)
Reply:There are some skin conditioning shampoos out there that might help. Also try feeding more fat. Get some beef fat from your butcher or ask for it at the meat counter at the grocery store...feed the dog a little of that every day. I would say a handfull would be efficient. Also you can put an ounce of olive oil in his food. Feeding eggs also helps the coat. Sometimes dry skin is an effect of too little fat in the diet.
These are all suggestions, but if you can you should really get him to the vet right away. The poor dog sounds like he is miserable and might have an allergy or something.
Reply:There are more then 500 different things that can cause your dog to be itchy. If your dog is scratching all the time it is important to find out what is causing the itch. This can be quite difficult. While there are many common causes of canine scratching, it can take quite a bit of detective work to figure out the culprit. Try not to scratch your dog itchy spot for him. Believe it or not, scratching the itch, will only make the dog more itchy.
There are several things you can do to ease your dogs itch while you try to figure out, with the help of your vet, what is causing the irritating itch.
1. Bathe the dog regularly in cool water. Warm or hot water will only make the itch worse. Soak for 5 to 10 minutes. Adding some Epsom salts, baking soda, or colloidal oatmeal (like Aveeno) to the water will increase the soothing effects. This will provide only a temporary relief lasting from a few hours to a few days. After the bath, pat the dog with a towel. Do not rub the skin, this will only increase the dogs itch. Do not use a hair dryer on a heat setting. A cool (no heat) setting would be okay. Heat and rubbing the dogs skin will increase your dogs itch, making the bath ineffective.
2.Fatty Acids, found in either marine oils or evening primrose oil, can be very effective in easing an itch. You can try giving one of these fatty acid supplements. It will take several weeks before the benefit will take effect, so they are for treating long term problems rather than an on-off irritation. You can find these at your local health food store.
3.Antihistamines can sometimes be effective with short term itches. For example; insect bites or a flare-up of hay fever. You can use an over the counter antihistamine such as clemastine (Tavist), chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton) or diphenhydramine (Benadryl). Be sure to consult your veterinarian first. Your vet will give you the proper dosage and tell you if this will be a good thing to try for your dogs problem.
Top Ten Worst Itching Offenders
1. Fleas
2. Airborne allergens like pollen, which result in hay fever
3. Parasites, such as ear mites, scabies or cheyletiellosis, also known as walking dandruff
4. Skin infections caused by bacteria
5. Ticks and lice
6. Food allergies
7. Fungal infections, including yeast infections
8. Seborrhea
9. Contact allergies
10. Whole-body illnesses, such as liver disease, immune-system problems and some cancers.
Allergies in dogs can be very frustrating. Symptoms your dog may have are chewing/licking the paws.... and/or scratching anywhere on the body causing oozing sores that just don't seem to go away. And they can be allergies to just about anything..... the bite of a single flea can cause a fit of scratching and chewing. And even be allergic to their plastic food bowl Or to the food you feed. Dogs also may have seasonal allergies from pollens in the air or rubbed into. Our mission here is trying to pin-point what is making your dogs discomfort and scratching and chewing and licking. It's not easy but don't give up. We encourage you to seek veterinary care. This group is not for replacing vet care.
Reply:Try changing the food you are feeding him. Switch him to something like Solid Gold, Wellness, Candiae, etc. Foods like Solid Gold don't have fillers, by-products, gluten, etc in them. Most of the foods that you buy in the supermarket contain corn. Corn in the number 1 cause for allergies in dogs. Which can cause them to scratch.
Also call your vet and ask them what dose of Benedryl you can give him. Benedryl with help relieve some of the itching. But definitely change his food. Benedryl will only cover up the symptoms and won't actually treat the problem.
Reply:What are you feeding him? Chances are good that he's got a problem with his food. You can look here to learn more about dog food:
http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com
Corn is a major source of dog allergies and skin problems. Switching to a simpler food like California Natural may be a good idea. Good luck!
Reply:Try Atopica I live in St.Louis and I take my Jack Russel to a doggie dermotoligst. Thje Atopica has worked very well for allergies. Hope this has helped.
Reply:I regularly shave my dog in the spring/summer anyway because of the heat and I can then make sure shes free of lumps/growths/sores too. If you run the AC alot and shave him, he'll need a doggie sweater! Shaving works wonders to get the medicine right on the skin instead of wasting it on the fur. I use a Braggs Apple Cider vinegar/neem oil rinse on my dog AFTER I shampoo her. I leave it in, dont rinse it. It smells like a salad for awhile, but it works wonders for the itching!!! Vinegar burns open wounds but only for a minute then somehow it calms the skin. Great dog itchy website below with home remedies !! Good luck!
I haven't always been, but now I'm very allergic to my dog. What can I do?
I've had my dog for 11 years now, and for the first 7 or so I had no allergy problems with him at all (I'm not allergic to my cat either)
But, when he was 7 he started to develop a skin disorder where he gets a black fungus on his underside. It started off very mild and I could usually get it to clear up with some creams my vet gave me, however in the last few months it's gotten really bad.
My white carpet is now a medium grey, even though I'm having it cleaned every month. He is shedding dead skin all over, and I'm very allergic to the new smell he's gotten and I'm very allergic to my house as well now.
I don't know what to do with him. He also has hip-displacement, cataracts, frequent ear infections, and another side effect of his skin fungus is that it makes his legs itch, and he'll occasionally bite them open and bleed.
That said, his brain is still totally healthy, so there is NO WAY I'm gonna let him be put down. Sadly, I don't think I can take care of him like this. Ideas?
I haven't always been, but now I'm very allergic to my dog. What can I do?
This is such a tough situation. I would go to your doctor, or an allergist and get a prescription for an allergy medicine. I am in no way advocating that you put your dog to sleep, but just food for thought; Sometimes when dogs have that many medical problems, their brains are still fine, but they are so uncomfortable that the quality of their life is not good. My westie had so many problems that the doctors couldn't fix and he was simply miserable. We loved him enough to let him go.
Carpets are replaceable. Buy an air purifier, that will help get the allergens out of the air, and might make him feel better too! Buy a vaccuum with a hepa filter.
If as a last resort you decide you have to give him to someone else, PLEASE make sure it's a good home where he will be happy and well cared for. Perhaps where you can still visit him!
Reply:Lucky is a Smart Little Cookie.
But, when he was 7 he started to develop a skin disorder where he gets a black fungus on his underside. It started off very mild and I could usually get it to clear up with some creams my vet gave me, however in the last few months it's gotten really bad.
My white carpet is now a medium grey, even though I'm having it cleaned every month. He is shedding dead skin all over, and I'm very allergic to the new smell he's gotten and I'm very allergic to my house as well now.
I don't know what to do with him. He also has hip-displacement, cataracts, frequent ear infections, and another side effect of his skin fungus is that it makes his legs itch, and he'll occasionally bite them open and bleed.
That said, his brain is still totally healthy, so there is NO WAY I'm gonna let him be put down. Sadly, I don't think I can take care of him like this. Ideas?
I haven't always been, but now I'm very allergic to my dog. What can I do?
This is such a tough situation. I would go to your doctor, or an allergist and get a prescription for an allergy medicine. I am in no way advocating that you put your dog to sleep, but just food for thought; Sometimes when dogs have that many medical problems, their brains are still fine, but they are so uncomfortable that the quality of their life is not good. My westie had so many problems that the doctors couldn't fix and he was simply miserable. We loved him enough to let him go.
Carpets are replaceable. Buy an air purifier, that will help get the allergens out of the air, and might make him feel better too! Buy a vaccuum with a hepa filter.
If as a last resort you decide you have to give him to someone else, PLEASE make sure it's a good home where he will be happy and well cared for. Perhaps where you can still visit him!
Reply:Lucky is a Smart Little Cookie.
Should we have our dog put to sleep?
We have a Boerboel named Nero, he's 8 years old and my father is seriously considering putting him to sleep. He's had some kind of skin condition since he was 4. We've taken him to the Vet and he gave us some stuff to put on. The problem is that this condition gets better and then becomes worse again, it doesn't heal completely, the dogs going through a bad patch now (it's the worse it's been in the 4 years) - he has sores all over his body and is in obvious pain. Should we ride it out and hope he gets better or put him to sleep?
Should we have our dog put to sleep?
This is one of the most difficult decisions pet owners have to make. Please take him to another vet for a second opinion. Have you ever tried giving your dog plain cooked meat with rice and veggies instead of some industrial dog food ? It could well be that his food has some ingredient in it that causes an allergy. Perhaps when his skin was better, you were feeding him a different brand ? There is such a lot of muck in animal feeds. Preservatives that would not be allowed for human consumption for starters, and when you read the word cellulose on the packaging, then you can be sure that this is just plain recycled newspaper ! I could go on and on. Have you ever wondered why pets must go for an annual vaccination, and we humans who live way longer than our house pets, need only one or two and a refresher after 10 years or so? How else can vets make their money? Just think what that concentration of vaccines must be doing to your pet.
Check this link, and google a few more under %26gt; dogs, skin condition, food allergy or similar wordings:
http://www.petalia.com.au/Templates/Stor...
I know 8 years is sort of a good age for a Boerboel, but he could also live to 10 or 12 years. We had a rottweiler who got bitten in his face by a brak on the farm. He developed a bad skin problem on his face and around his ear.According to the vet it was a red mite. The vet gave us some soapy stuff to wash daily, and he got some sort of injections. We fought this thing for months, and it would recede slightly and then get worse. Till the time when it just got worse all the time, and his whole condition deteriorated so much that he could hardly walk after all. It must have attacked his whole system. In the end we had to admit defeat, and it was sooooo sad. He was such a magnificent specimen. The police used to "make a draai" through our property to admire him.
I wish you good luck with your dog. The end is always sad, whether one expects it or not.
Reply:Put him down if his in pain
Reply:If it looks like it herts put him to sleep.
Reply:If he is suffering the only humane thing is to put him down. Don't make him suffer any more.
Reply:If it's obvious he's in pain, then it might be best to end his misery. I know it's hard, but think about him in this situation. I would consult with the vet, too.
Sometimes, dogs will let you know when it's time to let them go.
Reply:This is such a hard situation. We had the same type of dilemma with a great dog we had; looking into her eyes, it was obvious she was in great pain %26amp; somehow it seemed she knew what we were thinking. I cried for days after we had her put down. You need to remember that, if you decide to put him down, no one can take away the memories you have of him
Reply:It is a very hard decision to make but he does not understand why he is suffering and in pain so maybe you should be cruel to be kind and end his pain
Reply:MB1810, my heart goes out to you and your family. I love animals especially dogs and this must be so hard for you all.
However, Cakes has made a good suggestion about getting a second opinion after which you can make a decision. Good luck, I know that you will make the right choice.
Reply:Yes put him away because it sounds like Mange and that is also dangerous to other animals. . . .it is a deteriorating skin decease. After he is disposed of you should disinfect everywhere he has been sleeping, dispose of any bedding etc. Mop the paved areas down with a mild solution of bleach or any other type of disinfectant. Do not put another dog or cat in the same area for several months.
Reply:This is a heart –wrenching situation. Here is my advice.
First search the Internet to find out whether there are other cases in the WORLD where the dogs were healed. Some Vets and for that matter Doctors, do not keep up to date in their field. It is vitally important for yourself and your pet that you have satisfied yourself with the knowledge that you have truly done everything possible.
Should you decide to go ahead…PLEASE make sure that you are there with him/her to supervise and make sure that the Vet does it properly. (And tell him/her that you have informed yourself on the procedure and insist that it is done properly) I have had an awful experience, which due to my lack of knowledge and complete trust in the Vet…led to the painful death of an old Lady. She was not a dog but nevertheless. I have a Vet as a friend and was horrified after questioning her and explaining what I saw. She confirmed that some charge the full fee…. but try to save money (to their greedy benefit) by leaving out the injection that is meant to deaden the pain.
Don't give up yet. First do some research of you own.
Good luck
creeping
Should we have our dog put to sleep?
This is one of the most difficult decisions pet owners have to make. Please take him to another vet for a second opinion. Have you ever tried giving your dog plain cooked meat with rice and veggies instead of some industrial dog food ? It could well be that his food has some ingredient in it that causes an allergy. Perhaps when his skin was better, you were feeding him a different brand ? There is such a lot of muck in animal feeds. Preservatives that would not be allowed for human consumption for starters, and when you read the word cellulose on the packaging, then you can be sure that this is just plain recycled newspaper ! I could go on and on. Have you ever wondered why pets must go for an annual vaccination, and we humans who live way longer than our house pets, need only one or two and a refresher after 10 years or so? How else can vets make their money? Just think what that concentration of vaccines must be doing to your pet.
Check this link, and google a few more under %26gt; dogs, skin condition, food allergy or similar wordings:
http://www.petalia.com.au/Templates/Stor...
I know 8 years is sort of a good age for a Boerboel, but he could also live to 10 or 12 years. We had a rottweiler who got bitten in his face by a brak on the farm. He developed a bad skin problem on his face and around his ear.According to the vet it was a red mite. The vet gave us some soapy stuff to wash daily, and he got some sort of injections. We fought this thing for months, and it would recede slightly and then get worse. Till the time when it just got worse all the time, and his whole condition deteriorated so much that he could hardly walk after all. It must have attacked his whole system. In the end we had to admit defeat, and it was sooooo sad. He was such a magnificent specimen. The police used to "make a draai" through our property to admire him.
I wish you good luck with your dog. The end is always sad, whether one expects it or not.
Reply:Put him down if his in pain
Reply:If it looks like it herts put him to sleep.
Reply:If he is suffering the only humane thing is to put him down. Don't make him suffer any more.
Reply:If it's obvious he's in pain, then it might be best to end his misery. I know it's hard, but think about him in this situation. I would consult with the vet, too.
Sometimes, dogs will let you know when it's time to let them go.
Reply:This is such a hard situation. We had the same type of dilemma with a great dog we had; looking into her eyes, it was obvious she was in great pain %26amp; somehow it seemed she knew what we were thinking. I cried for days after we had her put down. You need to remember that, if you decide to put him down, no one can take away the memories you have of him
Reply:It is a very hard decision to make but he does not understand why he is suffering and in pain so maybe you should be cruel to be kind and end his pain
Reply:MB1810, my heart goes out to you and your family. I love animals especially dogs and this must be so hard for you all.
However, Cakes has made a good suggestion about getting a second opinion after which you can make a decision. Good luck, I know that you will make the right choice.
Reply:Yes put him away because it sounds like Mange and that is also dangerous to other animals. . . .it is a deteriorating skin decease. After he is disposed of you should disinfect everywhere he has been sleeping, dispose of any bedding etc. Mop the paved areas down with a mild solution of bleach or any other type of disinfectant. Do not put another dog or cat in the same area for several months.
Reply:This is a heart –wrenching situation. Here is my advice.
First search the Internet to find out whether there are other cases in the WORLD where the dogs were healed. Some Vets and for that matter Doctors, do not keep up to date in their field. It is vitally important for yourself and your pet that you have satisfied yourself with the knowledge that you have truly done everything possible.
Should you decide to go ahead…PLEASE make sure that you are there with him/her to supervise and make sure that the Vet does it properly. (And tell him/her that you have informed yourself on the procedure and insist that it is done properly) I have had an awful experience, which due to my lack of knowledge and complete trust in the Vet…led to the painful death of an old Lady. She was not a dog but nevertheless. I have a Vet as a friend and was horrified after questioning her and explaining what I saw. She confirmed that some charge the full fee…. but try to save money (to their greedy benefit) by leaving out the injection that is meant to deaden the pain.
Don't give up yet. First do some research of you own.
Good luck
creeping
Can my dog be allergic to metal and how can I find a collar w/o metal?
My dog gets a terrible itchy, red and raw rash every time we put his collar on for more than a day. He is an Italian Greyhound and they are known for sensitive and thin skin. He has a special "IG" collar that is fleece lined, but the metal rings for the license tag and for sizing cause a major rash. Does anyone know of collars that do not have any metal? I feel nervous to leave him w/o his collar all the time because then he never has on his license. We have another IG and she does not have any problems like this. The vet does not have any help other than a powder to calm the rash (which only works a little).
Can my dog be allergic to metal and how can I find a collar w/o metal?
You may have to make your own collars or have them made for you since the rings on collars are necessary for safely attaching leashes.
For the tags, though, you can put them in something like this:
http://www.thedogwearcollection.com/acce...
If you are handy, you can make a fabric pouch with a velcro closure that attaches directly to the collar. Slide the tags inside.
I would also remove the collar except for when he is outside with you. The rubbing of the collar might be aggravating the rash. If you have him micro chipped that should be id enough if he manages to get out.
Reply:You sure she isn't allergic to the fleece lining or the detergent you wash the collar in??????????
Reply:There are a wide variety of collars available that have sturdy plastic clip closures, with the only metal being the loop for the nametag. I doubt that you can get one with the loop, but you can certainly snip it off with a sturdy set of wirecutters. As far as identification, petco.com and petsmart.com offer embroidery services for collars so that you can get your pet's name and your phone number embroidered onto the collar, thus avoiding metal. He may very well be allergic to it, just keep a close eye on him like you've been doing. Good luck!
Edit: Expounding on the embroidery idea...perhaps you could get someone to embroider his Rabies tag number on the collar as well (tiny though, for his thin little neck)? Most counties will waive your fee if you can provide evidence of a current rabies shot, however.
Reply:You could try a rope collar for the dog, although I dont know about the tag part. Maybe you could trying to go to "Petco"
and ask them there. They're very friendly and I'm sure they can find something with out metal. Also you could try asking for a specially made collar in case they dont have any. Those all our choices and you dont have to listen to them but I hope you figure out your problem with the dog. Good Luck! =+)
Reply:get him microchipped. It's $20 (in DE) and saves many lives.
Reply:Yes, dogs can be allergic to metal.
PetSmart and Pet Supplies Plus carry collars that all are leather, including the closure. If your local store does not have these, they may be able to order them.
Reply:I have seen the type of collar you are looking for at Pets-mart. It is a nylon strap with a ballistic nylon clasp. They look a lot like the straps on grocery carts that are to be used like seat belts on children. Just have some patience and look around, I'm sure they are available. You may have to remove a metal "D" ring and use something like a piece of parachute shroud line or leather shoe lace to attach the license.
I will go one step farther if you don't mind listening. While an allergy to metal is possible I would think it far more likely the allergy is to shampoo, soap or laundry detergent. I think I would change that stuff around a bit before I went very far out of my way looking for a new collar.
Good luck, you'll whip this. It isn't brain surgery or rocket science.
Can my dog be allergic to metal and how can I find a collar w/o metal?
You may have to make your own collars or have them made for you since the rings on collars are necessary for safely attaching leashes.
For the tags, though, you can put them in something like this:
http://www.thedogwearcollection.com/acce...
If you are handy, you can make a fabric pouch with a velcro closure that attaches directly to the collar. Slide the tags inside.
I would also remove the collar except for when he is outside with you. The rubbing of the collar might be aggravating the rash. If you have him micro chipped that should be id enough if he manages to get out.
Reply:You sure she isn't allergic to the fleece lining or the detergent you wash the collar in??????????
Reply:There are a wide variety of collars available that have sturdy plastic clip closures, with the only metal being the loop for the nametag. I doubt that you can get one with the loop, but you can certainly snip it off with a sturdy set of wirecutters. As far as identification, petco.com and petsmart.com offer embroidery services for collars so that you can get your pet's name and your phone number embroidered onto the collar, thus avoiding metal. He may very well be allergic to it, just keep a close eye on him like you've been doing. Good luck!
Edit: Expounding on the embroidery idea...perhaps you could get someone to embroider his Rabies tag number on the collar as well (tiny though, for his thin little neck)? Most counties will waive your fee if you can provide evidence of a current rabies shot, however.
Reply:You could try a rope collar for the dog, although I dont know about the tag part. Maybe you could trying to go to "Petco"
and ask them there. They're very friendly and I'm sure they can find something with out metal. Also you could try asking for a specially made collar in case they dont have any. Those all our choices and you dont have to listen to them but I hope you figure out your problem with the dog. Good Luck! =+)
Reply:get him microchipped. It's $20 (in DE) and saves many lives.
Reply:Yes, dogs can be allergic to metal.
PetSmart and Pet Supplies Plus carry collars that all are leather, including the closure. If your local store does not have these, they may be able to order them.
Reply:I have seen the type of collar you are looking for at Pets-mart. It is a nylon strap with a ballistic nylon clasp. They look a lot like the straps on grocery carts that are to be used like seat belts on children. Just have some patience and look around, I'm sure they are available. You may have to remove a metal "D" ring and use something like a piece of parachute shroud line or leather shoe lace to attach the license.
I will go one step farther if you don't mind listening. While an allergy to metal is possible I would think it far more likely the allergy is to shampoo, soap or laundry detergent. I think I would change that stuff around a bit before I went very far out of my way looking for a new collar.
Good luck, you'll whip this. It isn't brain surgery or rocket science.
Does my dog have an ear infection?
This morning, my dog was scratching at her one ear. She's a beagle, and so far we never had any ear problems.
I looked in her ear and it was swollen inside, and a little bit of tear in the skin (From where where was scratching i thought).
I looked online for ear infections, and it doesn't look as horrific as the pics online.
Last week, she got bitten by an ant, and her hace swelled up and took her to the vet's, and they said there was nothing we could do as it wasn't anything major.
Is it an ear infection, or do u think she got bitten by an ant again, in the ear?
Does my dog have an ear infection?
She could have ear mites. They itch very badly,...is your dog itching a lot? Whatever is wrong, it is probably very uncomfortable. Take her to the vet ASAP and he him/her look insider her ears and see what is going on.
Reply:Possible, but may not be. Seems like the vet would have been a little more helpful. Go to you local petsupply store and see if they can help.
Reply:It could be....if he is scratching his ear then there could be a problem. Take him to have it looked at because once you can see the infection on the outside then it has gotten quite bad. Plus you want to make sure it isnt ear mites.
Reply:do you put flea medication on her regularly? it could be a flea. or spider bite.
Reply:Smell your dog's ear. If it smells bad it could be an infection.
Reply:What kinds of ants you got? I guess so. It could be either one. Hard to say without seeing
Reply:have you had it checked for ear mites sometimes these things can become nasty you might want to take it back to the vet I dont know if you can buy this medicine over the counter or not you could ask a pharmacist. it wouldnt hurt to use it prob if it didnt have mites, just to be sure without the expensive vet bill
Reply:Possibly....usually a dog shakes his head constantly or scrathes at his ears if there is an infection
Reply:Probably ear mites....but possibly a fungal infection...dogs with "drop ears" tend to get them. The ear flops over and air doesn't circulate in them as well..... Vet will need to prescribe something either way....
Reply:You will not know until you take the dog to a VET!
Reply:You need a new Vet. A good vet would of told you to take some kind of action. Take a Kleenex and clean her ear deep inside. If no icky brown stuff is there it's not an infection. If its a bite there are good over the counter anti itch creams for kids rub it on her ear for a few days if it don't clear up call a new Vet.
Reply:Could also be ear mites. Did you notice any black dirt type matter in your dogs ears? You probably should take her to the vet and have her checked. They can give you cleaning solution and drops to heal and ease the itching.
Reply:it might be.just in case use a 50/50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and vinegar.use a dropper 3 drops twice a day for two days and she should be OK. good luck she should be fine.
Reply:Anything is possible, but usually when an ear infection is bad enough to cause swelling there is also an odour and some sort of discharge. An allergic reaction would also cause itching, so it may just be another bite if the ants are still around. Ask the vet if you should try giving your dog some Benadryl or something else that can help with allergies.
Reply:It's possible, but she probably got some kind of bacteria. My dog is always get ear infections. Usually, they spell bad and if you touch she cries. Try that, but you should take it to the vet anyways, because it could mess with her hearing.
Reply:Beagles like to chase through weeds and fields after birds, etc and can often get burs in their ears and they fester quickly. You need to take her to a vet and let him/her look inside the dogs ears. This used to happen to a beagle that I had years ago.\
Reply:No one has mentioned a yeast infection, which our Springer Spaniels have all had. They, too, are a 'down ear' dog, and I'm told their ears must be dried after every bath, swim, any wet occurance. The vet prescribes a cream that's inserted several times a day, and rubbed in good. They like the rubbing - it's like a massage. I folo up with treats for being good.
Reply:I always smell my dogs ears it will smell funny if there is an infection.If you see your dog shaking his head alot its an ear problem and go in.
I looked in her ear and it was swollen inside, and a little bit of tear in the skin (From where where was scratching i thought).
I looked online for ear infections, and it doesn't look as horrific as the pics online.
Last week, she got bitten by an ant, and her hace swelled up and took her to the vet's, and they said there was nothing we could do as it wasn't anything major.
Is it an ear infection, or do u think she got bitten by an ant again, in the ear?
Does my dog have an ear infection?
She could have ear mites. They itch very badly,...is your dog itching a lot? Whatever is wrong, it is probably very uncomfortable. Take her to the vet ASAP and he him/her look insider her ears and see what is going on.
Reply:Possible, but may not be. Seems like the vet would have been a little more helpful. Go to you local petsupply store and see if they can help.
Reply:It could be....if he is scratching his ear then there could be a problem. Take him to have it looked at because once you can see the infection on the outside then it has gotten quite bad. Plus you want to make sure it isnt ear mites.
Reply:do you put flea medication on her regularly? it could be a flea. or spider bite.
Reply:Smell your dog's ear. If it smells bad it could be an infection.
Reply:What kinds of ants you got? I guess so. It could be either one. Hard to say without seeing
Reply:have you had it checked for ear mites sometimes these things can become nasty you might want to take it back to the vet I dont know if you can buy this medicine over the counter or not you could ask a pharmacist. it wouldnt hurt to use it prob if it didnt have mites, just to be sure without the expensive vet bill
Reply:Possibly....usually a dog shakes his head constantly or scrathes at his ears if there is an infection
Reply:Probably ear mites....but possibly a fungal infection...dogs with "drop ears" tend to get them. The ear flops over and air doesn't circulate in them as well..... Vet will need to prescribe something either way....
Reply:You will not know until you take the dog to a VET!
Reply:You need a new Vet. A good vet would of told you to take some kind of action. Take a Kleenex and clean her ear deep inside. If no icky brown stuff is there it's not an infection. If its a bite there are good over the counter anti itch creams for kids rub it on her ear for a few days if it don't clear up call a new Vet.
Reply:Could also be ear mites. Did you notice any black dirt type matter in your dogs ears? You probably should take her to the vet and have her checked. They can give you cleaning solution and drops to heal and ease the itching.
Reply:it might be.just in case use a 50/50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and vinegar.use a dropper 3 drops twice a day for two days and she should be OK. good luck she should be fine.
Reply:Anything is possible, but usually when an ear infection is bad enough to cause swelling there is also an odour and some sort of discharge. An allergic reaction would also cause itching, so it may just be another bite if the ants are still around. Ask the vet if you should try giving your dog some Benadryl or something else that can help with allergies.
Reply:It's possible, but she probably got some kind of bacteria. My dog is always get ear infections. Usually, they spell bad and if you touch she cries. Try that, but you should take it to the vet anyways, because it could mess with her hearing.
Reply:Beagles like to chase through weeds and fields after birds, etc and can often get burs in their ears and they fester quickly. You need to take her to a vet and let him/her look inside the dogs ears. This used to happen to a beagle that I had years ago.\
Reply:No one has mentioned a yeast infection, which our Springer Spaniels have all had. They, too, are a 'down ear' dog, and I'm told their ears must be dried after every bath, swim, any wet occurance. The vet prescribes a cream that's inserted several times a day, and rubbed in good. They like the rubbing - it's like a massage. I folo up with treats for being good.
Reply:I always smell my dogs ears it will smell funny if there is an infection.If you see your dog shaking his head alot its an ear problem and go in.
Dog's upper thigh is swollen?
My dog has a swollen upper thigh (upper back) for the past 2 days. It appeared suddenly, it is almost as big as an egg and feels soft to the touch. She does not feel any pain, her appetite is good, she has no problems walking or running, it doesnt seem to itch either because I haven't seen her scratch that area. I thought it could have been some kind of bug bite so I gave her benadryl and I am also puttint benadryl lotion on the area.
The skin looks normal no redness...
Any suggestions?
Dog's upper thigh is swollen?
You know there are websites where you can chat with a vet and ask what you can do or if you should have it seen. I'll put some links below for you to use.
Reply:I know I know!!! Why don't you take it to the vet and make sure it's not some kinda serious problem...
The skin looks normal no redness...
Any suggestions?
Dog's upper thigh is swollen?
You know there are websites where you can chat with a vet and ask what you can do or if you should have it seen. I'll put some links below for you to use.
Reply:I know I know!!! Why don't you take it to the vet and make sure it's not some kinda serious problem...
Dog is missing front dewclaw?
As some of you know, I adopted a 6(ish) month old pug puppy from a pug rescue organization last month. I have always noticed that her paws looked funny but not until last night did it dawn on me exactly why. She is missing her dewclaw on both of her front paws! I can see teeny tiny scars where they used to be and of course, I can still feel the bone structure underneath the skin.
Why would these have been taken off? I don't have a whole lot of history on this dog - the rescue organization got her from a shelter where they think a BYB dropped her off because she had Demodex and they didn't want to deal with it. Do you think the breeder removed them or the shelter? I know the rescue didn't. Why would they have removed them? Will this cause any problems later on? Do you think it hurts her? She licks at her paws all the time, and I could never figure out why.
Now that I've noticed this, I wonder if she does it self-consciously from when she had them removed or something.
Dog is missing front dewclaw?
Dewclaws are (as many have already said) removed to keep from catching on things and causing problems later. They are essentially 'thumbs' that dogs don't actually need.
So far as the licking, next time you visit the vet talk to him/her about it. It could be allergies of some kind. I have a mixed breed whose allergies often cause the same reaction. Sometimes all over itching is part of it as well. Sometimes just the paws. There is a thing called lick granulation (I think) where the animal will lick continually all the way through skin. It's a psychological stress thing, but it can be dealt with. I would check with the vet. My feeling is probably allergies since it's already had skin problems it may be more sensitive.
Reply:alot of breeders remove the declaws off of hunting dogs because thet can get caught when hunting and get torn, sometimes all the way off. it is more preventive than anything. it is done withig 5 days of birth, when the tissue is not fully "developed"
Reply:Because the nail will curl under and grow into the skin of the dog in certain breeds of dogs. To prevent this from happening, some will have them removed, when they are puppies, so the dog isn't bothered by inverted dewclaws. It is a normal procedure. The dogs do not miss them. Some dogs lick their feet out of habit and boredom, not the removal of their dewclaws. The reason I state that is I have seen several breeds with and without dewclaws who lick their feet. Ourdog has her's and is constantly licking her paws.
Reply:there is really no need for them so some breeders have them removed so that they won't injure themselves later by snagging something with them.
Reply:Yes when dogs are first born owners may "dock" there tails into which are called "Nubed or Nubs" And than owners may also pull out a dogs "Dewclaw" Most owners do that so when they are older when they jump up onto u or something like furniture like that he/she doesn't hurt you or rip through things.
Reply:mabye she just misses them, psychological issues... I once had a dog that was bipolar...
They remove them when there young to avoid them getting ripped off when there older.
Also , less pain when there pups
Reply:don't worry if it was removed in the past then the dog may often lick it either as a psychological thing (but some people dont believe that dogs have the as sensitive phsychological make up as humans) but it may just b tht the scar tissure is slightyl uncomfortable.in any case my dog does the same to his tail (the end was docked off)((he's not lke a cocker or anything but he got it caught n it got infected and so on)) nd he often lickes it for no reason.
Reply:You sound like a wonderful pet owner!
The main reason that they are removed, is that they tend to snag on things and will bleed. Also,if your dog is purebred and has puppies, they are usually removed and buyers will expect it. Show dogs have to have them removed for show acceptance. I think it's a good idea simply because it keeps them from being torn off when they are older when they get snagged. My dog is now 9 and when he gets off the bed he snags them quite a bit
Reply:It is wonderful you have so much insight and love for your pooch. Lucky dog he is.
It is a common practice to remove the dewclaws, it is a simple procedure and shouldn't cause him any pain any longer. My dog licks his feet all the time too and he has his dew claws. It was a bacterial infection.
If this was a cat it would be different because declawing a cat is a brutal and painful procedure. But the removing of dewclaws is much, much less so and it also avoids the possiblity of the dog accidently ripping them off during play.
I would for sure bet that the breeder did it. Very common practice for them to do so.
Reply:Dew claws are not connected very well so they are often removed as a small puppy, the danger in leaving them is that they can get caught on things and be ripped off.
Allergies and other skin problems can cause a dog to lick their paws obsessively.
Reply:There is no use for dew claws and often become torn and then infected.
as for the neuroses ??
the dog has nothing better to do..!
Reply:Dewclaws are oftentimes removed right after the puppies are born. It's a simple procedure and prevents them from ripping off later and getting infected, especially if they are not "attached" dewclaws. Some dewclaws are attached to the bone structure and some are not. I just had my sheltie's rear dewclaws removed when he was neutered because they were not attached. They snagged on everything no matter how well I kept them clipped. If the spots are scarred over, she is most likely not licking because of them being gone. It might just be nervous behavior or could be signs of a skin problem.
As for your dog with the dewclaws, don't bother to get them removed unless they are not attached to the skeletal structure. You can tell by feeling them.
Reply:The breeder may have done something to her paws, typically a shelter will not unless absolutely medically necessary.
As for problems, should not be any. Many folks will remove dew claws at a young age so they do not get hooked or caught as the dog is playing/running.
Reply:With some breeders this is done with every litter at about 3 days. I have never had any of my pups done and none of my dogs have ever had a problem with their dewclaws.
Reply:Hi Ladypug, hope you're enjoying your new pup. The dewclaws can be removed before a puppy is 4 days old without sedation. They are removed to prevent them from catching on things and tearing, they really don't serve a purpose to the modern house pet. However, if not done correctly is can cause nerve damage, and if it's suspected she has come from a BYB this might be the case. She might have had them removed too late, when the breeder thought it could still be done without anesthetic. I doubt they are hurting her, but of course that's just my opinion. Good luck with your new friend!
ADD: As for your current dog, don't stress. Most dogs never have any issues. To get them removed now would call for anesthesia and an uncomfortable recovery. If you just make sure to keep them trimmed they won't be a problem.
Reply:Most AKC breeders remove the dewclaws from their puppy litters within the first week. Just something humans decided was a good thing to do to dogs.
Dogs do just fine with the dewclaws. If they have been removed that is fine too.
Reply:Breeders remove the front dewclaws for many reasons -- it's a very easy thing to do when the puppies are newborn.
It's usually done with working dogs, as others have mentioned, to prevent injury in the field...in the case of a Toy breed, however, it's not generally necessary unless the breeder feels compelled to do it, or the dog is not going to get regular grooming/care (i.e. in a puppymill) and the nails might curl in and pierce the skin.
No, show dogs DO NOT "have to have" their front dewclaws removed.
The reason your other Pug has theirs is because that breeder didn't remove them. That's all.
If the scars are small and neat, the dewclaws were done early -- a snip with human nail clippers. If the scars are large and involved, then it was probably done later, which would necessarily cause pain.
The licking may be an obsessive-compulsive behavior completely unrelated to the removal of the dewclaws -- if the removal happened in the first 3 days of life, so the dog would not really "remember" it. For this same reason, I also doubt that they hurt. In the first few days of life, a puppy's nervous system is not fully developed, which is part of the reason it's easier to remove dewclaws and dock tails at this time.
Reply:The lab I purchased from a breeder removed her front dew claws. My other labs that I adopted from rescue still have theirs (even though 2 of the 3 are purebred - and fairly well bred at that). Her scars are hardly noticable. You really have to search for them, part the hair and look.
I think everyone else explained it rather well.
My Kelsey girl - the breeder one is from a working stock. She is meant to be a hunter so I expected this from her breeder.
As for your little pugsly... I'm sure it's fine. It certainly not going to harm her.
=)
Reply:Dewclaws are the equivalent of a human thumb. Wolves use them to grasp prey. Dogs don't need them. They are just an evolutionary left over. Some people remove them so they don't snag and get ripped off. They are supposed to be removed when the dog is just a small puppy. If they were removed too late then it is sort of like de-clawing a cat. It can cause pain and the dog might have psychological problems.
Reply:I'm not sure about other breeds...but in cockers, we always removed the dew claws the same time we had the tails docked at around 3 days old. Dew claws really serve no purpose and can get caught on things. Maybe at one time they were necessary...but in modern days they can be more of a nuisance, so breeders have them removed. I don't think it will cause any problems to have them there, however, so you don't need to worry or have them removed. If you were to have them removed now, she would need to have them surgically removed and she would need to be under anesthesia and I don't really think that is necessary unless they are causing a problem.
Reply:I think someone was bored...Licking paws is a slight mental disorder. can't think of what is at the moment
Reply:dog missing front dewclaw.... theres only one solution... SHOOT IT .... its a terrible thing for a dog to be missing a dewclaw, specially a pug... prevents one from getting a good grip whilst playing foot ball.
bougainvillea
Why would these have been taken off? I don't have a whole lot of history on this dog - the rescue organization got her from a shelter where they think a BYB dropped her off because she had Demodex and they didn't want to deal with it. Do you think the breeder removed them or the shelter? I know the rescue didn't. Why would they have removed them? Will this cause any problems later on? Do you think it hurts her? She licks at her paws all the time, and I could never figure out why.
Now that I've noticed this, I wonder if she does it self-consciously from when she had them removed or something.
Dog is missing front dewclaw?
Dewclaws are (as many have already said) removed to keep from catching on things and causing problems later. They are essentially 'thumbs' that dogs don't actually need.
So far as the licking, next time you visit the vet talk to him/her about it. It could be allergies of some kind. I have a mixed breed whose allergies often cause the same reaction. Sometimes all over itching is part of it as well. Sometimes just the paws. There is a thing called lick granulation (I think) where the animal will lick continually all the way through skin. It's a psychological stress thing, but it can be dealt with. I would check with the vet. My feeling is probably allergies since it's already had skin problems it may be more sensitive.
Reply:alot of breeders remove the declaws off of hunting dogs because thet can get caught when hunting and get torn, sometimes all the way off. it is more preventive than anything. it is done withig 5 days of birth, when the tissue is not fully "developed"
Reply:Because the nail will curl under and grow into the skin of the dog in certain breeds of dogs. To prevent this from happening, some will have them removed, when they are puppies, so the dog isn't bothered by inverted dewclaws. It is a normal procedure. The dogs do not miss them. Some dogs lick their feet out of habit and boredom, not the removal of their dewclaws. The reason I state that is I have seen several breeds with and without dewclaws who lick their feet. Ourdog has her's and is constantly licking her paws.
Reply:there is really no need for them so some breeders have them removed so that they won't injure themselves later by snagging something with them.
Reply:Yes when dogs are first born owners may "dock" there tails into which are called "Nubed or Nubs" And than owners may also pull out a dogs "Dewclaw" Most owners do that so when they are older when they jump up onto u or something like furniture like that he/she doesn't hurt you or rip through things.
Reply:mabye she just misses them, psychological issues... I once had a dog that was bipolar...
They remove them when there young to avoid them getting ripped off when there older.
Also , less pain when there pups
Reply:don't worry if it was removed in the past then the dog may often lick it either as a psychological thing (but some people dont believe that dogs have the as sensitive phsychological make up as humans) but it may just b tht the scar tissure is slightyl uncomfortable.in any case my dog does the same to his tail (the end was docked off)((he's not lke a cocker or anything but he got it caught n it got infected and so on)) nd he often lickes it for no reason.
Reply:You sound like a wonderful pet owner!
The main reason that they are removed, is that they tend to snag on things and will bleed. Also,if your dog is purebred and has puppies, they are usually removed and buyers will expect it. Show dogs have to have them removed for show acceptance. I think it's a good idea simply because it keeps them from being torn off when they are older when they get snagged. My dog is now 9 and when he gets off the bed he snags them quite a bit
Reply:It is wonderful you have so much insight and love for your pooch. Lucky dog he is.
It is a common practice to remove the dewclaws, it is a simple procedure and shouldn't cause him any pain any longer. My dog licks his feet all the time too and he has his dew claws. It was a bacterial infection.
If this was a cat it would be different because declawing a cat is a brutal and painful procedure. But the removing of dewclaws is much, much less so and it also avoids the possiblity of the dog accidently ripping them off during play.
I would for sure bet that the breeder did it. Very common practice for them to do so.
Reply:Dew claws are not connected very well so they are often removed as a small puppy, the danger in leaving them is that they can get caught on things and be ripped off.
Allergies and other skin problems can cause a dog to lick their paws obsessively.
Reply:There is no use for dew claws and often become torn and then infected.
as for the neuroses ??
the dog has nothing better to do..!
Reply:Dewclaws are oftentimes removed right after the puppies are born. It's a simple procedure and prevents them from ripping off later and getting infected, especially if they are not "attached" dewclaws. Some dewclaws are attached to the bone structure and some are not. I just had my sheltie's rear dewclaws removed when he was neutered because they were not attached. They snagged on everything no matter how well I kept them clipped. If the spots are scarred over, she is most likely not licking because of them being gone. It might just be nervous behavior or could be signs of a skin problem.
As for your dog with the dewclaws, don't bother to get them removed unless they are not attached to the skeletal structure. You can tell by feeling them.
Reply:The breeder may have done something to her paws, typically a shelter will not unless absolutely medically necessary.
As for problems, should not be any. Many folks will remove dew claws at a young age so they do not get hooked or caught as the dog is playing/running.
Reply:With some breeders this is done with every litter at about 3 days. I have never had any of my pups done and none of my dogs have ever had a problem with their dewclaws.
Reply:Hi Ladypug, hope you're enjoying your new pup. The dewclaws can be removed before a puppy is 4 days old without sedation. They are removed to prevent them from catching on things and tearing, they really don't serve a purpose to the modern house pet. However, if not done correctly is can cause nerve damage, and if it's suspected she has come from a BYB this might be the case. She might have had them removed too late, when the breeder thought it could still be done without anesthetic. I doubt they are hurting her, but of course that's just my opinion. Good luck with your new friend!
ADD: As for your current dog, don't stress. Most dogs never have any issues. To get them removed now would call for anesthesia and an uncomfortable recovery. If you just make sure to keep them trimmed they won't be a problem.
Reply:Most AKC breeders remove the dewclaws from their puppy litters within the first week. Just something humans decided was a good thing to do to dogs.
Dogs do just fine with the dewclaws. If they have been removed that is fine too.
Reply:Breeders remove the front dewclaws for many reasons -- it's a very easy thing to do when the puppies are newborn.
It's usually done with working dogs, as others have mentioned, to prevent injury in the field...in the case of a Toy breed, however, it's not generally necessary unless the breeder feels compelled to do it, or the dog is not going to get regular grooming/care (i.e. in a puppymill) and the nails might curl in and pierce the skin.
No, show dogs DO NOT "have to have" their front dewclaws removed.
The reason your other Pug has theirs is because that breeder didn't remove them. That's all.
If the scars are small and neat, the dewclaws were done early -- a snip with human nail clippers. If the scars are large and involved, then it was probably done later, which would necessarily cause pain.
The licking may be an obsessive-compulsive behavior completely unrelated to the removal of the dewclaws -- if the removal happened in the first 3 days of life, so the dog would not really "remember" it. For this same reason, I also doubt that they hurt. In the first few days of life, a puppy's nervous system is not fully developed, which is part of the reason it's easier to remove dewclaws and dock tails at this time.
Reply:The lab I purchased from a breeder removed her front dew claws. My other labs that I adopted from rescue still have theirs (even though 2 of the 3 are purebred - and fairly well bred at that). Her scars are hardly noticable. You really have to search for them, part the hair and look.
I think everyone else explained it rather well.
My Kelsey girl - the breeder one is from a working stock. She is meant to be a hunter so I expected this from her breeder.
As for your little pugsly... I'm sure it's fine. It certainly not going to harm her.
=)
Reply:Dewclaws are the equivalent of a human thumb. Wolves use them to grasp prey. Dogs don't need them. They are just an evolutionary left over. Some people remove them so they don't snag and get ripped off. They are supposed to be removed when the dog is just a small puppy. If they were removed too late then it is sort of like de-clawing a cat. It can cause pain and the dog might have psychological problems.
Reply:I'm not sure about other breeds...but in cockers, we always removed the dew claws the same time we had the tails docked at around 3 days old. Dew claws really serve no purpose and can get caught on things. Maybe at one time they were necessary...but in modern days they can be more of a nuisance, so breeders have them removed. I don't think it will cause any problems to have them there, however, so you don't need to worry or have them removed. If you were to have them removed now, she would need to have them surgically removed and she would need to be under anesthesia and I don't really think that is necessary unless they are causing a problem.
Reply:I think someone was bored...Licking paws is a slight mental disorder. can't think of what is at the moment
Reply:dog missing front dewclaw.... theres only one solution... SHOOT IT .... its a terrible thing for a dog to be missing a dewclaw, specially a pug... prevents one from getting a good grip whilst playing foot ball.
bougainvillea
Why do some ppl think there are Non-sheding dogs?
ALL dogs shed. at least SOME hair. even ppl shed their hair. if they didn't new hair follicles could not grow! dogs and ppl shed hair and skin! otherwise we would be a bunch of matted headed crocodile skinned monsters.
so WHY do ppl "claim" no shed or hypo-allergenic dogs...when in reality that is NOT true. it's just that some dogs are LOW shedders like a poodle, and others are BIG shedders like a Lab.
doesn't anyone ask a vet this? ive had 2 friends that are VERY allergic to dogs get dogs that are "claimed" to be hypo-allergenic and in the end the poor dogs ended up w/me at the SPCA because of ignorance. and it's the dander not the hair that ppl have problems with. every dog sheds old skin cells (dander)...so WHY is it still okay to say, hypo-allergenic or NO dander/Shed dogs?
Why do some ppl think there are Non-sheding dogs?
lol This pisses me off all the time. I show Labradors so it's part of my many goals in life to keep my breed free of all the crap that goes on in this wretched world. Anyway the Labradoodles that all these puppy mills and byb's call a non shedding breed don't bother to tell you that not all of the puppies shed less. Some get the Labs side of the hair and shed LONG hair all the time! It just enrages me people screwing with my breed like that. OK OK sorry!! It's a hot button subject but any Lab breeder or person alongside a conformation ring will say the same thing.
Edit: You sound like an intelligent individual so I'm sure I don't have to add that I agree with you. It's just for "the others"!! :-)
Edit: 1.0 There are breeds (such as Chis and Poodles) that people who tend to be allergic to dogs aren't as prone to be allergic with.
Edit: 2.0 You obviously can't trust a vet on this either lol. Humm, bred/shown dogs for 20+ years or got a degree and learned............nothing!! Vets are a bad subject for me I should have resisted the temptation to get started on this!
Reply:perhaps you "sprout" follicles, but the rest of us don't! They are part of the skin and and you can't "loose" them, most of us lose them....listen moron, wtf school did you go to? most of us try to answer your stupid ????'s, be appreciative! Report It
Reply:Wishful thinking.
Reply:THANK YOU...I couldn't have explained it any better.
Why don't we just say we're allergic to those kind of fools?
Reply:Have you ever heard of those phrases used often but are not necessarily true? Duh all dogs and animals, including us shed; but when a person asks for a non-shedding dog they want a dog who doesn't make an apparent difference in the house in terms of hair, dandruff, and dust. These people usually don't have the time to vacuum every spot the dog has been 500 times a day. They are also people who like to have a clean house.
Reply:True but that's digging too deep. I have a Yorkie and she does not "Shed." Sure she may lose little hair but it doesn't fall to floors, carpets, and furniture. I brush her every day and a very very small amount comes out in the brush. I never sweep dog hair off my floor, i have no carpets, all ceramic tile so i would See it. With proper grooming habits,Proper diets, Weekly baths, and no negligence, Shedding, and pet dander can be controlled!
As a Cosmetologist, follicles do stay in the head (Duh) and the hair grows out of it. Genius
Reply:Hi! Some people think there are totally non allergic, non shedding dogs because they see/hear about dogs that have VERY minimal shedding/allergy producing tendencies. My dog, for example, is a Bichon Poo. They are said to be "non shedding" and "hypo-allergenic." Of course, that's not true, but it may SEEM like it is. As for the allergies, some people find these dogs to not bother them as much. Others see little difference. The hair, however, is because these dogs have double coats. If you don't comb these dogs with the proper brush, the loose hairs that came out of their coat will NOT really shed, but will rather get caught in their own hair and cause it to get tangled and matted. They must be groomed about once a month, and must be combed 2-3 times a week. I call my dog a 90% non-shedding dog, although she sheds pretty regularly. You just don't see it, unless you comb her coat, and all those stray hairs come onto the brush.
Reply:my bichon doesnt shed. hair only comes out when i brush him.
Reply:because it's true.....yorkie's and maltese have hair instead of fur and it does not shed. my hair doesn't shed either, but it does fall out around the house when I shower or brush it. animal dander can be controlled with frequent bathing, but the smell may still be too much for a person with allergies.ps. i think the follicles stay in your head and the hair grows out of them, not vice versa....
Reply:My friend breeds Xoloitzcuintli ..I don't think that they shed at all..I don't know about casting dander, but I do know her buyers are mostly people with dog allergies, and they do just fine with these dogs..She also breeds hairless rat terriers.. I had never heard of them before meeting hers..
I was just now reading about the hairless terriers, and reducing allergy attacks. It recommended bathing the dog weekly and washing its bedding weekly..So, I guess there is even some danger of triggering allergies with these hairless breeds.. However, the majority of allergic people do fine with them..
Interesting article%26gt; http://www.ahts.net/ahts_and_allergies.h...
Reply:Because some dogs shed profusely, in fact many do as well as shedding lots of dander. Some people who have allergies do well with dogs that shed very little or generally shed as a result of being brushed. I have owned a poodle (the "non-shedding" dog) and never had to vaccuum up hair. I have owned a German Shepherd, a pug and other dogs where hair was everywhere, in the air, on the furniture, rug etc. Frequent vaccuuming didn't seem to do much. It makes a difference. That is probably why people refer to them as "non-shedding". I can see how it bothers you based on what you wrote, but it is a fact that some people with allergies can have a dog with a very low shedding factor.
There is always a Chinese Crested..lol
But they probably shed more from their few tufts of hair on their largely hairless body than poodles do.
Reply:WELL,I'M A RETIRED VET!!!!!!!And to tell you the truth,YOU ARE WRONG!!THERE'S a big difference between shedding and NORMAL HAIR GROWTH that takes place when a hair is lost.there are dogs and catas both that DO NOT SHED of course this doesn't mean that they won't ever lose a hair to say DAMAGE,or normal growth cycle.SHEDDING IS THE REPLACEMENT OF ONE COAT WITH ANOTHER COAT.SO CRAWL OUT OF THE THROATS YOU JUMPED DOWN BUDDY THE FOOT BELONGS IN YOUR OWN MOUTH!YOU'RE JUST ANOTHER ONE ONE THEM PEOPLE TALKING LIKE AN EXPERT WHEN IN REALITY YOU'RE MERELY TALKING CRAP!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:number one: people are ignorant and don't understand basic biology. Heck, look what's being graduated out of some of our schools now and days :-(
second: peole who breed and sell these dogs are going for the sale. They are usually ignorant, too, but getting the money and getting that pup out the door is more important to them. Right now, with all the *doodles* being so popular, lots of folks have jumped on that particular bandwagon, and spouting all the popular doodle garbage.
Reply:I may or may not be able to answer this one, but first of all, I need to know what the hell "sheding" means!
Reply:Simply because you can buy hairless dogs, just like cats...
Reply:**WHY***???
Becase people are MORONS in general %26amp; nearly TOTALLY IGNORANT about ALL/ANY animals!!!!And they'll GLADLY fall for ANYTHING some "boob-in-the-street" tells them cuz they WANT to *%26amp;* are too LAZY to bother w/any RESEARCH!
ALL DOGS SHED! There's absolutely ***NOTHING*** that you can put *IN* or *ON* ANY dog to stop shedding!
EVERYTHING SHEDS!
There's NO SUCH THING as "hypo-allergenic" dogs!
Reply:because ppl like to have hope
so WHY do ppl "claim" no shed or hypo-allergenic dogs...when in reality that is NOT true. it's just that some dogs are LOW shedders like a poodle, and others are BIG shedders like a Lab.
doesn't anyone ask a vet this? ive had 2 friends that are VERY allergic to dogs get dogs that are "claimed" to be hypo-allergenic and in the end the poor dogs ended up w/me at the SPCA because of ignorance. and it's the dander not the hair that ppl have problems with. every dog sheds old skin cells (dander)...so WHY is it still okay to say, hypo-allergenic or NO dander/Shed dogs?
Why do some ppl think there are Non-sheding dogs?
lol This pisses me off all the time. I show Labradors so it's part of my many goals in life to keep my breed free of all the crap that goes on in this wretched world. Anyway the Labradoodles that all these puppy mills and byb's call a non shedding breed don't bother to tell you that not all of the puppies shed less. Some get the Labs side of the hair and shed LONG hair all the time! It just enrages me people screwing with my breed like that. OK OK sorry!! It's a hot button subject but any Lab breeder or person alongside a conformation ring will say the same thing.
Edit: You sound like an intelligent individual so I'm sure I don't have to add that I agree with you. It's just for "the others"!! :-)
Edit: 1.0 There are breeds (such as Chis and Poodles) that people who tend to be allergic to dogs aren't as prone to be allergic with.
Edit: 2.0 You obviously can't trust a vet on this either lol. Humm, bred/shown dogs for 20+ years or got a degree and learned............nothing!! Vets are a bad subject for me I should have resisted the temptation to get started on this!
Reply:perhaps you "sprout" follicles, but the rest of us don't! They are part of the skin and and you can't "loose" them, most of us lose them....listen moron, wtf school did you go to? most of us try to answer your stupid ????'s, be appreciative! Report It
Reply:Wishful thinking.
Reply:THANK YOU...I couldn't have explained it any better.
Why don't we just say we're allergic to those kind of fools?
Reply:Have you ever heard of those phrases used often but are not necessarily true? Duh all dogs and animals, including us shed; but when a person asks for a non-shedding dog they want a dog who doesn't make an apparent difference in the house in terms of hair, dandruff, and dust. These people usually don't have the time to vacuum every spot the dog has been 500 times a day. They are also people who like to have a clean house.
Reply:True but that's digging too deep. I have a Yorkie and she does not "Shed." Sure she may lose little hair but it doesn't fall to floors, carpets, and furniture. I brush her every day and a very very small amount comes out in the brush. I never sweep dog hair off my floor, i have no carpets, all ceramic tile so i would See it. With proper grooming habits,Proper diets, Weekly baths, and no negligence, Shedding, and pet dander can be controlled!
As a Cosmetologist, follicles do stay in the head (Duh) and the hair grows out of it. Genius
Reply:Hi! Some people think there are totally non allergic, non shedding dogs because they see/hear about dogs that have VERY minimal shedding/allergy producing tendencies. My dog, for example, is a Bichon Poo. They are said to be "non shedding" and "hypo-allergenic." Of course, that's not true, but it may SEEM like it is. As for the allergies, some people find these dogs to not bother them as much. Others see little difference. The hair, however, is because these dogs have double coats. If you don't comb these dogs with the proper brush, the loose hairs that came out of their coat will NOT really shed, but will rather get caught in their own hair and cause it to get tangled and matted. They must be groomed about once a month, and must be combed 2-3 times a week. I call my dog a 90% non-shedding dog, although she sheds pretty regularly. You just don't see it, unless you comb her coat, and all those stray hairs come onto the brush.
Reply:my bichon doesnt shed. hair only comes out when i brush him.
Reply:because it's true.....yorkie's and maltese have hair instead of fur and it does not shed. my hair doesn't shed either, but it does fall out around the house when I shower or brush it. animal dander can be controlled with frequent bathing, but the smell may still be too much for a person with allergies.ps. i think the follicles stay in your head and the hair grows out of them, not vice versa....
Reply:My friend breeds Xoloitzcuintli ..I don't think that they shed at all..I don't know about casting dander, but I do know her buyers are mostly people with dog allergies, and they do just fine with these dogs..She also breeds hairless rat terriers.. I had never heard of them before meeting hers..
I was just now reading about the hairless terriers, and reducing allergy attacks. It recommended bathing the dog weekly and washing its bedding weekly..So, I guess there is even some danger of triggering allergies with these hairless breeds.. However, the majority of allergic people do fine with them..
Interesting article%26gt; http://www.ahts.net/ahts_and_allergies.h...
Reply:Because some dogs shed profusely, in fact many do as well as shedding lots of dander. Some people who have allergies do well with dogs that shed very little or generally shed as a result of being brushed. I have owned a poodle (the "non-shedding" dog) and never had to vaccuum up hair. I have owned a German Shepherd, a pug and other dogs where hair was everywhere, in the air, on the furniture, rug etc. Frequent vaccuuming didn't seem to do much. It makes a difference. That is probably why people refer to them as "non-shedding". I can see how it bothers you based on what you wrote, but it is a fact that some people with allergies can have a dog with a very low shedding factor.
There is always a Chinese Crested..lol
But they probably shed more from their few tufts of hair on their largely hairless body than poodles do.
Reply:WELL,I'M A RETIRED VET!!!!!!!And to tell you the truth,YOU ARE WRONG!!THERE'S a big difference between shedding and NORMAL HAIR GROWTH that takes place when a hair is lost.there are dogs and catas both that DO NOT SHED of course this doesn't mean that they won't ever lose a hair to say DAMAGE,or normal growth cycle.SHEDDING IS THE REPLACEMENT OF ONE COAT WITH ANOTHER COAT.SO CRAWL OUT OF THE THROATS YOU JUMPED DOWN BUDDY THE FOOT BELONGS IN YOUR OWN MOUTH!YOU'RE JUST ANOTHER ONE ONE THEM PEOPLE TALKING LIKE AN EXPERT WHEN IN REALITY YOU'RE MERELY TALKING CRAP!!!!!!!!!!
Reply:number one: people are ignorant and don't understand basic biology. Heck, look what's being graduated out of some of our schools now and days :-(
second: peole who breed and sell these dogs are going for the sale. They are usually ignorant, too, but getting the money and getting that pup out the door is more important to them. Right now, with all the *doodles* being so popular, lots of folks have jumped on that particular bandwagon, and spouting all the popular doodle garbage.
Reply:I may or may not be able to answer this one, but first of all, I need to know what the hell "sheding" means!
Reply:Simply because you can buy hairless dogs, just like cats...
Reply:**WHY***???
Becase people are MORONS in general %26amp; nearly TOTALLY IGNORANT about ALL/ANY animals!!!!And they'll GLADLY fall for ANYTHING some "boob-in-the-street" tells them cuz they WANT to *%26amp;* are too LAZY to bother w/any RESEARCH!
ALL DOGS SHED! There's absolutely ***NOTHING*** that you can put *IN* or *ON* ANY dog to stop shedding!
EVERYTHING SHEDS!
There's NO SUCH THING as "hypo-allergenic" dogs!
Reply:because ppl like to have hope
What kind of foods would you recommend?
I want to start feeding my dog more natural foods with vitamins (like omega fatty acids 3%26amp;6, vitamin C, Vitamin E) it seems that he has some sort of skin problems (he is a bichon frise) and so I read an article talking about Bichon Skin problems.
I figured that maybe he's not recieving enough nutrients from just kibbles and a bits of boiled chicken.
in the article, it talked about organs.. but didn't mention what kind(like turkey brains?, chicken heart?, beef, pork liver?. like what kinds??)
what kinds of natural meats (i'm going to cook them a bit.. maybe boil maybe a little bit of pan-cooking with virgin olive oil with garlic or something) should I give my Bichon?
oh yes, and if you can, is there dog shampoo thats gentle on the skin? I heard that oatmeal is good, but I dont see (at least I dont think so) any oatmeal shampoo for dogs in petsmart.
What kind of foods would you recommend?
Do some google searches on BARF and dogs...it'll bring up a whole bunch of websites on raw feeding. There is also a yahoo group - fantastic resource!
I currently just feed my dog chicken and fish. She doesn't go so much for pork and I just haven't been able to find a butcher to get some other cuts of meat. I just buy a 5lb bag of chicken leg quarters for her. She also gets chicken liver a couple times a week. She should be getting more of a variety, but we're working towards that. The idea here really is to feed them raw, not cooked. My dog loves it, I hate it..but it is what is best for her.
Good luck!!
Reply:I don't know what you should feed your dog, but i use and oatmeal tea shampoo on my dogs and i got it at Concord Pet. I don't know if there are any in your area but that's where i got mine.
Reply:I don't know about organs.
I feed Canidae and I'm happy with how my dog responded to it.
Look into California Natural Skin and Coat Supplement. It works wonders. You'll be amazed. www.naturapet.com for more info. While there, look into Innova EVO. It's doing great things for dogs with skin problems.
Also good: Wellness and Artemis
Ark Natural is a whole line of natural, herbal supplements. www.arknaturals.com
Tropiclean and Earthbath are the best shampoos. They both have an oatmeal shampoo.
Reply:try iams, pro-pac,eukanuba, or i think purina put out on the market a natural dog food. it is in a small green sack check at your local supermarket or discount store. there is another one that it is called canidae, they have a web site you can go to look up and they tell you all the ingriedents i go to a web site for rat terriers and those people speak highly of that food. www.canidae.com have you tried putting egg on his food or some olive oil or veg oil or even scrambling an egg my dogs love it and it is good for them or give him frozen mixed veg the pet store i go to said it is good for them and they also give their dogs they sell yogart, vanilla and strawberry flavored. it is good for them system.
Reply:For the coat use teaspoon olive oil on the food, after if you wash your dog yourself use Bath Oil, I use HyLyt efa.
Reply:Timberwolf Organics. Great food. I use the ocean blue fish because my lab has skin issues too. It seems to really help her. They ship for free too! My petsmart does have an oatmeal shampoo. I would try researching pet soap online, maybe try an all natural brand.
Reply:I had a bischon (she died last year:( ) she had a lot of skin allergy problems, I think it is part of the breed.
Anyway, about organ meats, I was told that in dogs the organ they eat feeds tat organ in them. So if you feed them beef liver, it is good for the dog's liver.
I got a book recently that gives recipes for homemade dogfood (but naturally I cannot find it now) but we feed our dogs recipes out of that. Since Daisy passed, our shih tzu wont eat anything but chicken or hot dogs, so we have been boiling chicken and mixing it with rice and a few other things for him.
As for the shampoo, we use an oatmeal shampoo that we got at petsmart (with a bischon, shih tzu and schnauzer there are a lot of skin allergies around here). I cant remember the name, but it is green and I think it says it is for sensitive skin and has a picture of a schnauzer on it. It seems to help quite a bit.
Hope you find something that works for him!:)
Reply:organs!??
--%26gt; Predigree
Reply:Well done to you for wanting to keep your dog healthy.
Check out the links below for a Biologically Appropriate Rawfed Diet and happy hunting !
Reply:If your dog has skin problems, I would definitely recommend giving him an omega 3 fatty acid supplement in a capsule form--he would get more than he would in a formulated diet. Most of them have Vit E, Vit A and flax and fish oils--your vet can recommend some good brands.
I don't recommend giving your dog garlic--it is in the onion family and in high enough doses can be considered toxic and cause anemia.
I also don't recommend giving organs on a regular basis--dogs can get gout too.
I also don't recommend only giving your dog cooked meats--they are omnivores, not carnivores, and need a more balanced diet. Too much protein can predispose them to early kidney disease. A good quality kibble is actually well balanced and provides all the necessary nutrients.
Finally, if your dog has skin problems, the most likely causes are allergies, skin infections, or ectoparasites. Skin infections would require antibiotics. And dogs can be allergic to flea bites, dust mites, molds and pollens in the air, and certain dietary components. I would definitely recommend taking him to see your vet. It sounds like his problem is well beyond a lack of nutrients.
PS--I'm a vet.
Reply:Go to Amazon.com and look up "Dr. Pitcairn", he's a vet and has excellent recipes in his book, our dogs have been on his diets now 2 months and showed tremendous gains in health. We had them prior on premium commercial pet foods and all of them we find are really no good. Once you see the diets results in his book work on your pet and how your pet will love to really eat again you'll be surprised as we were and realize even the best commercial foods are garbage. Be carefull giving vitamins on your own, most are made in China. Kibbles and Bits is mostly sugar my GF said and garbage, she's been researching pet foods now for months. The home cooking is not bad once you get all the ingredients together, we only had to order one thing online, a bonemeal combo. This book will pay for itself in the long run with fewer vet bills and a happy healthy pet.
Updated: I just looked in the cabinet, my GF uses Chris Christensen dog products for their washing and skin care, you might want to check them out.
Reply:Two words. EAGLE PACK
it's a natural brand of hositic health food for dogs. The Duck formula has a single protien source (multiple protein sources can cause skin allergies and irritations).
You can get it at pet valu, and most pet food supliers.
Trust me...EAGLE PACK. You wont regret it.
Reply:I don't know about organs, we feed our bichon nutro natural choice. We use an aloe shampoo and a wheatgrass condtioner, if he has dry skin try a oatmeal moistureizing spray it works great just brush it in (our chi has dandruff). The only concern I would have about the organs and stuff are the fur stains. P.S. aren't they the best dogs!!!!!!!!!
Reply:I feed my dogs Canidae All Life Stages with Chicken, Turkey, Lamb and Fish. It is all natural, human grade, has NO corn, wheat, soy, grain fractions, fillers or by products, is made in the USA, and is naturally preserved. It is great for problem skin and allergies. My dogs and I have never been happier since we switched. It is also very reasonably priced, for such a high quality food. I would highly recommend it and I don't think you or your dog will be disappointed. Oatmeal Shampoo is really good and they do have it at Petsmart, just ask them, they will show you where it is.
Reply:Organ meats are great for your dog but don't feed them every day..some great ones: chicken or beef liver, hearts, gizzards, tripe..
For meats, chicken, turkey,beef, pork (yes pork is fine as long as it's the lean variety and not fed often...stay away from ham),fish, lamb..
If you are cooking foods boil the meats with a bit of garlic and add some brown rice and veggies such as carrots, peas,spinach,green beans to it to make a stew. I also like to add a bit of olive oil. You can also give your dog cheese, cottage cheese, yogurt, apples, pears, berries, watermelon, squash, sweet potato, pumpkin, swiss chard.
You are 100% correct dogs ARE carnivores NOT omnivores.
Oatmeal shampoo or a mild baby shampoo work great to help sooth skin, but don't use too often or it wil ldry the skin and make problems worse.
I figured that maybe he's not recieving enough nutrients from just kibbles and a bits of boiled chicken.
in the article, it talked about organs.. but didn't mention what kind(like turkey brains?, chicken heart?, beef, pork liver?. like what kinds??)
what kinds of natural meats (i'm going to cook them a bit.. maybe boil maybe a little bit of pan-cooking with virgin olive oil with garlic or something) should I give my Bichon?
oh yes, and if you can, is there dog shampoo thats gentle on the skin? I heard that oatmeal is good, but I dont see (at least I dont think so) any oatmeal shampoo for dogs in petsmart.
What kind of foods would you recommend?
Do some google searches on BARF and dogs...it'll bring up a whole bunch of websites on raw feeding. There is also a yahoo group - fantastic resource!
I currently just feed my dog chicken and fish. She doesn't go so much for pork and I just haven't been able to find a butcher to get some other cuts of meat. I just buy a 5lb bag of chicken leg quarters for her. She also gets chicken liver a couple times a week. She should be getting more of a variety, but we're working towards that. The idea here really is to feed them raw, not cooked. My dog loves it, I hate it..but it is what is best for her.
Good luck!!
Reply:I don't know what you should feed your dog, but i use and oatmeal tea shampoo on my dogs and i got it at Concord Pet. I don't know if there are any in your area but that's where i got mine.
Reply:I don't know about organs.
I feed Canidae and I'm happy with how my dog responded to it.
Look into California Natural Skin and Coat Supplement. It works wonders. You'll be amazed. www.naturapet.com for more info. While there, look into Innova EVO. It's doing great things for dogs with skin problems.
Also good: Wellness and Artemis
Ark Natural is a whole line of natural, herbal supplements. www.arknaturals.com
Tropiclean and Earthbath are the best shampoos. They both have an oatmeal shampoo.
Reply:try iams, pro-pac,eukanuba, or i think purina put out on the market a natural dog food. it is in a small green sack check at your local supermarket or discount store. there is another one that it is called canidae, they have a web site you can go to look up and they tell you all the ingriedents i go to a web site for rat terriers and those people speak highly of that food. www.canidae.com have you tried putting egg on his food or some olive oil or veg oil or even scrambling an egg my dogs love it and it is good for them or give him frozen mixed veg the pet store i go to said it is good for them and they also give their dogs they sell yogart, vanilla and strawberry flavored. it is good for them system.
Reply:For the coat use teaspoon olive oil on the food, after if you wash your dog yourself use Bath Oil, I use HyLyt efa.
Reply:Timberwolf Organics. Great food. I use the ocean blue fish because my lab has skin issues too. It seems to really help her. They ship for free too! My petsmart does have an oatmeal shampoo. I would try researching pet soap online, maybe try an all natural brand.
Reply:I had a bischon (she died last year:( ) she had a lot of skin allergy problems, I think it is part of the breed.
Anyway, about organ meats, I was told that in dogs the organ they eat feeds tat organ in them. So if you feed them beef liver, it is good for the dog's liver.
I got a book recently that gives recipes for homemade dogfood (but naturally I cannot find it now) but we feed our dogs recipes out of that. Since Daisy passed, our shih tzu wont eat anything but chicken or hot dogs, so we have been boiling chicken and mixing it with rice and a few other things for him.
As for the shampoo, we use an oatmeal shampoo that we got at petsmart (with a bischon, shih tzu and schnauzer there are a lot of skin allergies around here). I cant remember the name, but it is green and I think it says it is for sensitive skin and has a picture of a schnauzer on it. It seems to help quite a bit.
Hope you find something that works for him!:)
Reply:organs!??
--%26gt; Predigree
Reply:Well done to you for wanting to keep your dog healthy.
Check out the links below for a Biologically Appropriate Rawfed Diet and happy hunting !
Reply:If your dog has skin problems, I would definitely recommend giving him an omega 3 fatty acid supplement in a capsule form--he would get more than he would in a formulated diet. Most of them have Vit E, Vit A and flax and fish oils--your vet can recommend some good brands.
I don't recommend giving your dog garlic--it is in the onion family and in high enough doses can be considered toxic and cause anemia.
I also don't recommend giving organs on a regular basis--dogs can get gout too.
I also don't recommend only giving your dog cooked meats--they are omnivores, not carnivores, and need a more balanced diet. Too much protein can predispose them to early kidney disease. A good quality kibble is actually well balanced and provides all the necessary nutrients.
Finally, if your dog has skin problems, the most likely causes are allergies, skin infections, or ectoparasites. Skin infections would require antibiotics. And dogs can be allergic to flea bites, dust mites, molds and pollens in the air, and certain dietary components. I would definitely recommend taking him to see your vet. It sounds like his problem is well beyond a lack of nutrients.
PS--I'm a vet.
Reply:Go to Amazon.com and look up "Dr. Pitcairn", he's a vet and has excellent recipes in his book, our dogs have been on his diets now 2 months and showed tremendous gains in health. We had them prior on premium commercial pet foods and all of them we find are really no good. Once you see the diets results in his book work on your pet and how your pet will love to really eat again you'll be surprised as we were and realize even the best commercial foods are garbage. Be carefull giving vitamins on your own, most are made in China. Kibbles and Bits is mostly sugar my GF said and garbage, she's been researching pet foods now for months. The home cooking is not bad once you get all the ingredients together, we only had to order one thing online, a bonemeal combo. This book will pay for itself in the long run with fewer vet bills and a happy healthy pet.
Updated: I just looked in the cabinet, my GF uses Chris Christensen dog products for their washing and skin care, you might want to check them out.
Reply:Two words. EAGLE PACK
it's a natural brand of hositic health food for dogs. The Duck formula has a single protien source (multiple protein sources can cause skin allergies and irritations).
You can get it at pet valu, and most pet food supliers.
Trust me...EAGLE PACK. You wont regret it.
Reply:I don't know about organs, we feed our bichon nutro natural choice. We use an aloe shampoo and a wheatgrass condtioner, if he has dry skin try a oatmeal moistureizing spray it works great just brush it in (our chi has dandruff). The only concern I would have about the organs and stuff are the fur stains. P.S. aren't they the best dogs!!!!!!!!!
Reply:I feed my dogs Canidae All Life Stages with Chicken, Turkey, Lamb and Fish. It is all natural, human grade, has NO corn, wheat, soy, grain fractions, fillers or by products, is made in the USA, and is naturally preserved. It is great for problem skin and allergies. My dogs and I have never been happier since we switched. It is also very reasonably priced, for such a high quality food. I would highly recommend it and I don't think you or your dog will be disappointed. Oatmeal Shampoo is really good and they do have it at Petsmart, just ask them, they will show you where it is.
Reply:Organ meats are great for your dog but don't feed them every day..some great ones: chicken or beef liver, hearts, gizzards, tripe..
For meats, chicken, turkey,beef, pork (yes pork is fine as long as it's the lean variety and not fed often...stay away from ham),fish, lamb..
If you are cooking foods boil the meats with a bit of garlic and add some brown rice and veggies such as carrots, peas,spinach,green beans to it to make a stew. I also like to add a bit of olive oil. You can also give your dog cheese, cottage cheese, yogurt, apples, pears, berries, watermelon, squash, sweet potato, pumpkin, swiss chard.
You are 100% correct dogs ARE carnivores NOT omnivores.
Oatmeal shampoo or a mild baby shampoo work great to help sooth skin, but don't use too often or it wil ldry the skin and make problems worse.
Seeking some help and advice for a severely abusd dog?
11 mnths ago I adopted a very badly abused dog from the pound. When I first got her she was totally emaciated-litterally skin and bones.I actually went to the pound b'cos I was looking for a German Sheppard (or a 'mans' dog) The last one I thought I would walk away with was a poodle cross! 4 some reason I saw her %26amp; jst felt we needed each other. She is my best friend in the world, but its been and continues to be VERY hard work!
She has never known love until I met her. Her previous owners had her for 10 months %26amp; had shown her only pain %26amp;suffering, severely abusing her, beating %26amp;kicking her, not feeding her. As a result she is phycalogically damaged. I hav been to 3 vets about her behaviour problems hoping for some assistance. They tell me that she is not sick, just needs training. We have been to obediance school.. nothing is working. She barks at dogs and people maliciously. she is afraid to be touched by any1 but me. I cant even walk her.
I guess I am just looking for some advice?
Seeking some help and advice for a severely abusd dog?
That is just horrible that that poor dog has suffered so much in her life. Your to be commended for saving her life and taking a chance on her. Now all you can do is love her, correct her gently when she makes me mistakes and give her time. She may never be 100 percent, she might be too damaged from her abuse but with love and love and lots of time she might get to the point where she can get beyond a lot of her issues. Please don't give up on her.She CAN heal!
Good Luck to you and again, your a good human being.
Reply:It takes time for you to be able to fis your baby, and it is possible that he might not be the same again. Just take your time with him, he is learning from you that not everybody is out there to abuse him. Good for you to adopt him!
Reply:Get a referral from your vet for an animal behaviorist. It's a little costly but they give you a lot of time and my experience was really good. I adopted a mix breed that I didn't know anything about and her behavior really had me stumped. The behaviorist was a life saver for us. GL and I hope all goes well for you and that poor baby. I'm glad she found you :)
ADDED:
I'm not trying to evaluate your dog. You need professional help for that. Seriously take her to a dog behaviorist. They don't cost THAT much and there's more going on here than simple things and it will be a huge help to you in understanding her and helping her. You don't have to take my word on it, talk to your vet about it. I'm sure you will have good results, possibly a whole lot better than you'd expect.
Reply:Well, unfortunately, even though you may get a lot of what seems like good answers nobody can really give you the proper answers without first seeing the dog and exactly how it acts. The main thing is that the dog has to see you as the one in charge before it accepts training and that means you cannot baby it while you train it,just remember you don't have to hit a dog to teach it. Just be firm and also give it plenty of exercise.
Reply:Awww thats so sad!
I guess she will never be a normal dog after such a rough start to life! Can u blame her for her lack in trust though?
I have a stafforshire bull terrier ***** that i bought from the pound also that was mistreated and has many issues.
I think all you can do is give her treats %26amp; plenty of attention when she is good, and use a harsh tone when she is beeing naughty.
As for her trust issues i doubt she will get over them, People will just have to earn her trust , some more than others.
I found with my dog that she loves some people and is scared or can get snappy around others i assume its all to do with the fact that some people remind her of the people who abused her.
Sounds like you are very loving and caring and im sure she appreciates and love you for that, Keep at it and be persistant and patient.
Goodluck %26amp; Give your poodle a pat %26amp; bickie for me!
Reply:Let me say, I consider you a hero. You knew what you were getting into and took on a challenge. Not many people would.
That said, you probably don't want to hear what else I have to say. Here goes:
Don't expect this dog to ever be Miss Popularity.
She will never be completely comfortable with people or other dogs. She is NOT a dog park dog. She is NOT a purse pup.
This is something you have to accept.
By ignoring the behavior you don't want and praising the behavior you do, you will be able to get her to cope with situations with people and dogs.
BUT,
In the long run, you will do better to lessen her stressors.
When people come over, find her an out of the way corner, or another room to hang out in. Avoid the dog park, and on walks, turn around when you see another dog.
Good luck
She has never known love until I met her. Her previous owners had her for 10 months %26amp; had shown her only pain %26amp;suffering, severely abusing her, beating %26amp;kicking her, not feeding her. As a result she is phycalogically damaged. I hav been to 3 vets about her behaviour problems hoping for some assistance. They tell me that she is not sick, just needs training. We have been to obediance school.. nothing is working. She barks at dogs and people maliciously. she is afraid to be touched by any1 but me. I cant even walk her.
I guess I am just looking for some advice?
Seeking some help and advice for a severely abusd dog?
That is just horrible that that poor dog has suffered so much in her life. Your to be commended for saving her life and taking a chance on her. Now all you can do is love her, correct her gently when she makes me mistakes and give her time. She may never be 100 percent, she might be too damaged from her abuse but with love and love and lots of time she might get to the point where she can get beyond a lot of her issues. Please don't give up on her.She CAN heal!
Good Luck to you and again, your a good human being.
Reply:It takes time for you to be able to fis your baby, and it is possible that he might not be the same again. Just take your time with him, he is learning from you that not everybody is out there to abuse him. Good for you to adopt him!
Reply:Get a referral from your vet for an animal behaviorist. It's a little costly but they give you a lot of time and my experience was really good. I adopted a mix breed that I didn't know anything about and her behavior really had me stumped. The behaviorist was a life saver for us. GL and I hope all goes well for you and that poor baby. I'm glad she found you :)
ADDED:
I'm not trying to evaluate your dog. You need professional help for that. Seriously take her to a dog behaviorist. They don't cost THAT much and there's more going on here than simple things and it will be a huge help to you in understanding her and helping her. You don't have to take my word on it, talk to your vet about it. I'm sure you will have good results, possibly a whole lot better than you'd expect.
Reply:Well, unfortunately, even though you may get a lot of what seems like good answers nobody can really give you the proper answers without first seeing the dog and exactly how it acts. The main thing is that the dog has to see you as the one in charge before it accepts training and that means you cannot baby it while you train it,just remember you don't have to hit a dog to teach it. Just be firm and also give it plenty of exercise.
Reply:Awww thats so sad!
I guess she will never be a normal dog after such a rough start to life! Can u blame her for her lack in trust though?
I have a stafforshire bull terrier ***** that i bought from the pound also that was mistreated and has many issues.
I think all you can do is give her treats %26amp; plenty of attention when she is good, and use a harsh tone when she is beeing naughty.
As for her trust issues i doubt she will get over them, People will just have to earn her trust , some more than others.
I found with my dog that she loves some people and is scared or can get snappy around others i assume its all to do with the fact that some people remind her of the people who abused her.
Sounds like you are very loving and caring and im sure she appreciates and love you for that, Keep at it and be persistant and patient.
Goodluck %26amp; Give your poodle a pat %26amp; bickie for me!
Reply:Let me say, I consider you a hero. You knew what you were getting into and took on a challenge. Not many people would.
That said, you probably don't want to hear what else I have to say. Here goes:
Don't expect this dog to ever be Miss Popularity.
She will never be completely comfortable with people or other dogs. She is NOT a dog park dog. She is NOT a purse pup.
This is something you have to accept.
By ignoring the behavior you don't want and praising the behavior you do, you will be able to get her to cope with situations with people and dogs.
BUT,
In the long run, you will do better to lessen her stressors.
When people come over, find her an out of the way corner, or another room to hang out in. Avoid the dog park, and on walks, turn around when you see another dog.
Good luck
Has anyone ever used pentoxifylline for there dogs?mine has really dry skin on his ears .?
he does not have mites and this has been an on going problem ,i changed his food to science diet ,and he gets vit too,he is very healthy but today the vet gave him this med and siad sometimes the ciculation is not good to ears and it will cause this ,does anyone know if its dangerous ,i have gave him one dose and he vomited a lil but this is commmon on thismed ,i just wanted to know if anyone else has used it ,i know its common ,but just kinda scared ..please answer this for me thanks
Has anyone ever used pentoxifylline for there dogs?mine has really dry skin on his ears .?
If you have questions about the medication you may want to consult your vet again to be clear of any side effects or if there is an alternative they may recommend.
You do need to inform your vet that the pet vomited. They will want to know if the pet vomited shortly after administering the medication? Typically, if it was within the hour, the medication probably came up and she didn't get much, if any of it in her system.
I disagree with the comment stating Hills is not a quality brand diet. I work for a vet and we highly recommend it. My dogs are on the Hills J/D (Joint/Diet) and I've noticed significant improvement on their ability to get around. I'm barely using pain management medications for them since starting the diet.
Once again, if you feel there is an issue with the medication, consult your regular vet or consider getting a second opinion from another.
Either way, good luck. Hope your "baby" gets to feeling better soon.
Reply:Ask the vet, he may be allergic.
Reply:This will cause vomiting and diarrhea every dose he gets, it is not a good medication......trust me, I had to use it once, and the 3rd day, my vet said to stop it right now, our vet was on vacation and we had to take one of my little boys to the Er Vet, and when our vet returned, I called him, he said do not give that stuff, we stopped it immediately, and it took 3-4 days to get the baby back to stop vomiting, he had to have fluid IV's for 2 days due to dehydration from vomiting...you may want to change vets, or call him back again.
also, the science diet dog food is not a good food for your dog, it causes bladder problems the longer the dog is on it, and is not furnishing all the vitamins and minerals the dog needs......our vet will not sell or recommend science diet at all.....
Breeder 15 yrs, Min Schnauzers
Reply:Do you give the meds with food???/ This might help and does not have an effect on absorption. You also might want to ask your veterinarian for the drug insert and read the side effects. You could probably google the drug and find out this kind of information also.
And to answer your question, I have not used it but this is what the doctor I worked with explained.
Hope this helps
Good luck
shell flower
Has anyone ever used pentoxifylline for there dogs?mine has really dry skin on his ears .?
If you have questions about the medication you may want to consult your vet again to be clear of any side effects or if there is an alternative they may recommend.
You do need to inform your vet that the pet vomited. They will want to know if the pet vomited shortly after administering the medication? Typically, if it was within the hour, the medication probably came up and she didn't get much, if any of it in her system.
I disagree with the comment stating Hills is not a quality brand diet. I work for a vet and we highly recommend it. My dogs are on the Hills J/D (Joint/Diet) and I've noticed significant improvement on their ability to get around. I'm barely using pain management medications for them since starting the diet.
Once again, if you feel there is an issue with the medication, consult your regular vet or consider getting a second opinion from another.
Either way, good luck. Hope your "baby" gets to feeling better soon.
Reply:Ask the vet, he may be allergic.
Reply:This will cause vomiting and diarrhea every dose he gets, it is not a good medication......trust me, I had to use it once, and the 3rd day, my vet said to stop it right now, our vet was on vacation and we had to take one of my little boys to the Er Vet, and when our vet returned, I called him, he said do not give that stuff, we stopped it immediately, and it took 3-4 days to get the baby back to stop vomiting, he had to have fluid IV's for 2 days due to dehydration from vomiting...you may want to change vets, or call him back again.
also, the science diet dog food is not a good food for your dog, it causes bladder problems the longer the dog is on it, and is not furnishing all the vitamins and minerals the dog needs......our vet will not sell or recommend science diet at all.....
Breeder 15 yrs, Min Schnauzers
Reply:Do you give the meds with food???/ This might help and does not have an effect on absorption. You also might want to ask your veterinarian for the drug insert and read the side effects. You could probably google the drug and find out this kind of information also.
And to answer your question, I have not used it but this is what the doctor I worked with explained.
Hope this helps
Good luck
shell flower
Side effects using revolution spot on for dogs?
I just used this spot on for the first time today. My dog did not lick it, but water dripped from her mouth after application. She is a pug with a skin problem. Is it possible that she's allergic to this product?
Side effects using revolution spot on for dogs?
She could have an allergy, but you mention a skin problem. What kind? Is the skin broken, or irritated? Irritation will allow the chemicals to get into the blood stream too quickly and make the dog sick.
Watch her for a few more hours. Revolution is pretty safe, but if she starts having trouble breathing, get help fast.
Reply:quite possible...it's a toxin after all even if it's made to kill bugs...it CAN irritate a sensitive skinned dog.
try and wash the area off, then call your emergency vet on call for advise on what you should do.
they will tell you what signs to look for.
if you cant find an emergency vet clinic or answering service that can page a vet call animal poison control center hotline, it's a 24 hour hotline.
1-888-426-4435
Reply:I wouldnt think the mouth watering would have anything to do with the application itself.
Unless :-
Did you wash your hands after the application and before touching your dog? And (silly query I know) did you make sure you used the correct dosage?
Side effects using revolution spot on for dogs?
She could have an allergy, but you mention a skin problem. What kind? Is the skin broken, or irritated? Irritation will allow the chemicals to get into the blood stream too quickly and make the dog sick.
Watch her for a few more hours. Revolution is pretty safe, but if she starts having trouble breathing, get help fast.
Reply:quite possible...it's a toxin after all even if it's made to kill bugs...it CAN irritate a sensitive skinned dog.
try and wash the area off, then call your emergency vet on call for advise on what you should do.
they will tell you what signs to look for.
if you cant find an emergency vet clinic or answering service that can page a vet call animal poison control center hotline, it's a 24 hour hotline.
1-888-426-4435
Reply:I wouldnt think the mouth watering would have anything to do with the application itself.
Unless :-
Did you wash your hands after the application and before touching your dog? And (silly query I know) did you make sure you used the correct dosage?
How do you get rid of dog smell on a stray dog?
A stray came to the house (border collie) and he was (is) smelly. We have brushed him and got rid of all the matted fur. He was also skin and bones and now is finally gaining weight. He is an older dog and can not eat hard food very well. We have advertised that we found him, called the pound, etc. No one has reported him missing or answered our ads. He is smart and very well trained. At some point someone cared enough to train him. I had him checked at the local vet and he is in good health but aging. As winter approaches I notice he is having trouble getting around in the cool weather. I have decided to let him stay inside (he is house trained). But no matter how much I bathe or brush him, he still has a strong doggie odor. Is there anything on the market that will help get rid of this smell or is it something we have to live with. The vet said he had no health problems and had been neutered. He has been here about 2 months.
How do you get rid of dog smell on a stray dog?
I think it's great that you have taken this dog into your home, provided vet care and made a good home for a needy dog. I'm sure he is very grateful and will n ever forget What you have done for him.
Don't know what you are feeding but you can try Innova, or one of the natural, organic foods. It can be softened with a little Yogurt, cottage cheese, or anything he likes mixed in warm water and left to sit a while. Will soften kibble.
He might smell less when he lives inside anyway.
You can check out supplements that may help with this. NR Special blend might help. You can Google it.
Reply:BRING HIM TO THE GROOMERS, he probably at something or it is just simply his fur old doggies tend to smell a little
good luck!
Reply:Maybe he has skin problems? Fungus or some sort? Have you try taking him to professional groomers?
Reply:You could try having him professionally groomed. I have a Border Collie mix that starts to smell a little bit when she needs a bath, shes 12.
Baking Soda will not hurt the dog if he ingests it.
Reply:Im not really sure if you can completely get rid of the smell, but you can take your dog to the groomer and they will clean out the anal gland when they groom your dog. Also they have doggy colognes available at petco and other stores. Here's petco's list of doggy fragrances! http://www.petco.com/Shop/SearchResults....
I was thinking of buying some for my yorkie who always smells like a doggy even right after I give her a bath! Good luck with this!
Reply:There is no reason besides a possible allergy to the baking soda that it should hurt him. you can also go to a pet store and look for dogie cologne. It doesn't get rid of the smell but it covers it quite nicely. You might even be able to find some online but the problem what that is they come in many scents and you really need to smell them to find one you like.
Oh yeah, I also, I forgot to mention since you want to get rid of the smell..... I hate to tell you this, but that dog is no longer a stray. ;-)
Reply:What did the Vet say about his teeth? If you told the Vet he was a stray, perhaps the Vet didn't feel you wanted him to be too thorough, but just a once over to see if there were any obvious medical issues.
The odor could come from badly infected ears, teeth, anal glands. Those are most often the culprits of odors.
Here is a recipe for an ear cleaner a Vet gave me years ago. It works wonderfully.
1/3 cup white vinegar
2/3 cup rubbing alcohol
3-5 drops in each ear - 2 x a week
rub the base of the ear really hard and thoroughly. Clean out with paper towel and repeat if ear still looks dirty.
Look at the dogs' teeth and gums. Do they appear to need some dental work? Do you notice an unpleasant odor coming from his mouth?
You may want the Vet to do the dogs' anal glands. It's not really a pleasant task and is worse the bigger the dog.
It sounds like he has arthritis. You can give him an Ester C tablet daily and I give my old dogs Glucosamine %26amp; Chrondoitin daily for the joints. There are many joint products on the market now.
Reply:Try "Fresh 'n Clean" Oatmean 'N Baking Soda shampoo for dogs. It works on my two dogs really well. Brush his teeth also once or twice a week. Just make sure you are using dog tooth paste. His walking trouble in the cold may be due to arthritis. Get that checked out.
Reply:try a baby shampoo. i use oatmeal baby on mine, but you could probaly use any. baking soda through his coat might help but could also stick in the oils if not brushed out well and dry him out which could lead to hot spots.
dogs smell is a fact of life some stink more then others.
not letting him out side along time in the yard will help a bit.
try brushing his teeth with a baby tooth paste or one made for dogs. older dogs tend to get very bad breath.
try putting baking soda in his bed.
also look on petfinder.com classifieds if you have not all ready he could have traveled far.
thanks for taking him in...poor old fella.
How do you get rid of dog smell on a stray dog?
I think it's great that you have taken this dog into your home, provided vet care and made a good home for a needy dog. I'm sure he is very grateful and will n ever forget What you have done for him.
Don't know what you are feeding but you can try Innova, or one of the natural, organic foods. It can be softened with a little Yogurt, cottage cheese, or anything he likes mixed in warm water and left to sit a while. Will soften kibble.
He might smell less when he lives inside anyway.
You can check out supplements that may help with this. NR Special blend might help. You can Google it.
Reply:BRING HIM TO THE GROOMERS, he probably at something or it is just simply his fur old doggies tend to smell a little
good luck!
Reply:Maybe he has skin problems? Fungus or some sort? Have you try taking him to professional groomers?
Reply:You could try having him professionally groomed. I have a Border Collie mix that starts to smell a little bit when she needs a bath, shes 12.
Baking Soda will not hurt the dog if he ingests it.
Reply:Im not really sure if you can completely get rid of the smell, but you can take your dog to the groomer and they will clean out the anal gland when they groom your dog. Also they have doggy colognes available at petco and other stores. Here's petco's list of doggy fragrances! http://www.petco.com/Shop/SearchResults....
I was thinking of buying some for my yorkie who always smells like a doggy even right after I give her a bath! Good luck with this!
Reply:There is no reason besides a possible allergy to the baking soda that it should hurt him. you can also go to a pet store and look for dogie cologne. It doesn't get rid of the smell but it covers it quite nicely. You might even be able to find some online but the problem what that is they come in many scents and you really need to smell them to find one you like.
Oh yeah, I also, I forgot to mention since you want to get rid of the smell..... I hate to tell you this, but that dog is no longer a stray. ;-)
Reply:What did the Vet say about his teeth? If you told the Vet he was a stray, perhaps the Vet didn't feel you wanted him to be too thorough, but just a once over to see if there were any obvious medical issues.
The odor could come from badly infected ears, teeth, anal glands. Those are most often the culprits of odors.
Here is a recipe for an ear cleaner a Vet gave me years ago. It works wonderfully.
1/3 cup white vinegar
2/3 cup rubbing alcohol
3-5 drops in each ear - 2 x a week
rub the base of the ear really hard and thoroughly. Clean out with paper towel and repeat if ear still looks dirty.
Look at the dogs' teeth and gums. Do they appear to need some dental work? Do you notice an unpleasant odor coming from his mouth?
You may want the Vet to do the dogs' anal glands. It's not really a pleasant task and is worse the bigger the dog.
It sounds like he has arthritis. You can give him an Ester C tablet daily and I give my old dogs Glucosamine %26amp; Chrondoitin daily for the joints. There are many joint products on the market now.
Reply:Try "Fresh 'n Clean" Oatmean 'N Baking Soda shampoo for dogs. It works on my two dogs really well. Brush his teeth also once or twice a week. Just make sure you are using dog tooth paste. His walking trouble in the cold may be due to arthritis. Get that checked out.
Reply:try a baby shampoo. i use oatmeal baby on mine, but you could probaly use any. baking soda through his coat might help but could also stick in the oils if not brushed out well and dry him out which could lead to hot spots.
dogs smell is a fact of life some stink more then others.
not letting him out side along time in the yard will help a bit.
try brushing his teeth with a baby tooth paste or one made for dogs. older dogs tend to get very bad breath.
try putting baking soda in his bed.
also look on petfinder.com classifieds if you have not all ready he could have traveled far.
thanks for taking him in...poor old fella.
Why does the poor dog have to suffer?
A dautson lives just down from me. The owner has had complaint after complaint filed against her for abusing her precious dog. All in our apartment complex love the dog but he suffers greatly. The dog warden has came at least six times and the baby is never taken away. He can no longer walk, he is skin and bones, and he cannot control his bowels well. She kicked him to cause the beginning of his problems. He helpers nudge him impatiently to get him to hurry to get his job done. It is now to the point where he has to be taken out on a sled because he can no longer walk. The warden was over again yesterday and did not take the suffering dog away. I live in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Do we not have any way to get the baby help and let him go to dogie heaven because of his suffering and pain?
Why does the poor dog have to suffer?
I'm very sorry to hear about this. No animal deserves to be treated with cruelty.
If your Animal Control Officer's are not doing their jobs, and it behooves me as to why they are letting this animal suffer and not taking action, it might be best if you were to call the police and see if they will come out and take a report. Sometimes if the police see this abuse, they will force the hand of the Animal Control Officer and make them take action.
If that fails, then contact your local SPCA office and see if they can advise you on a course of action to take.
If you really want to get extreme and have some fun in the process, you can certainly call PETA ( People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals ). You can find their website online. They will have someone out there in a heartbeat and cause all kinds of fuss. It might be entertaining to watch your neighbor squirm, and it will also get the dog rescued.
Best of wishes to you, and prayers for the dog.
Reply:is there a pet shop or vet clinic nearby that accepts doggy residents? if not, you may report it ti some animal agency. they may be able to help.
meantime, how about antibiotic and anti-inflammatory shot for the dog?
but if you want the easiest, painless way to take him to dog heaven, have him inhale carbon monoxide from car exhaust...
Reply:Call the ASPCA and your local police department, I live in michigan and I know for sure that constitues animal cruelty, and there is no reason that dog should not be removed from the home, that animal control officer should be kicked. If that doesnt work, I'd call your local news station, I'll bet they would take on this story and then the law enforcement would have to act.
Reply:mercy is called for, certainly!
Reply:I can't believe, they came out that many times, and did not remove that poor dog. Where they blind at the shape that it's in? I would definitely call the police, and tell them everything. If they don't do anything about it, I bet your local news station, can do something about it. That poor dog, needs to be removed for abuse purposes, and fast, before it ends up dead. Normally, if you get the news station, involved, they can take action, and get the dog removed and treated by a vet, then adopted into a good home, where it will be treated with love. No animal deserves, to be abused. God only knows what she does to the poor thing behind closed doors. If we don't help these animals, then who will? God Bless You for doing what you can for this poor little guy!
Reply:If I were you I would call the Michigan SPCA and tell them EVERYTHING! They will do what they can to correct the problems that you have discribed. It also sounds to me the the "dog warden" and his people need to look for new jobs! as they can't do their's correctly, it's beyond sad, it's pathetic that they refuse to take the dog away from a person that obviously hates dogs and should never have one EVER again.
Why does the poor dog have to suffer?
I'm very sorry to hear about this. No animal deserves to be treated with cruelty.
If your Animal Control Officer's are not doing their jobs, and it behooves me as to why they are letting this animal suffer and not taking action, it might be best if you were to call the police and see if they will come out and take a report. Sometimes if the police see this abuse, they will force the hand of the Animal Control Officer and make them take action.
If that fails, then contact your local SPCA office and see if they can advise you on a course of action to take.
If you really want to get extreme and have some fun in the process, you can certainly call PETA ( People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals ). You can find their website online. They will have someone out there in a heartbeat and cause all kinds of fuss. It might be entertaining to watch your neighbor squirm, and it will also get the dog rescued.
Best of wishes to you, and prayers for the dog.
Reply:is there a pet shop or vet clinic nearby that accepts doggy residents? if not, you may report it ti some animal agency. they may be able to help.
meantime, how about antibiotic and anti-inflammatory shot for the dog?
but if you want the easiest, painless way to take him to dog heaven, have him inhale carbon monoxide from car exhaust...
Reply:Call the ASPCA and your local police department, I live in michigan and I know for sure that constitues animal cruelty, and there is no reason that dog should not be removed from the home, that animal control officer should be kicked. If that doesnt work, I'd call your local news station, I'll bet they would take on this story and then the law enforcement would have to act.
Reply:mercy is called for, certainly!
Reply:I can't believe, they came out that many times, and did not remove that poor dog. Where they blind at the shape that it's in? I would definitely call the police, and tell them everything. If they don't do anything about it, I bet your local news station, can do something about it. That poor dog, needs to be removed for abuse purposes, and fast, before it ends up dead. Normally, if you get the news station, involved, they can take action, and get the dog removed and treated by a vet, then adopted into a good home, where it will be treated with love. No animal deserves, to be abused. God only knows what she does to the poor thing behind closed doors. If we don't help these animals, then who will? God Bless You for doing what you can for this poor little guy!
Reply:If I were you I would call the Michigan SPCA and tell them EVERYTHING! They will do what they can to correct the problems that you have discribed. It also sounds to me the the "dog warden" and his people need to look for new jobs! as they can't do their's correctly, it's beyond sad, it's pathetic that they refuse to take the dog away from a person that obviously hates dogs and should never have one EVER again.
My doggie.....?
My dog is 9 yrs old and has skin problems. It makes me very sad to think about, but what's even worse is that she has a tumor too. The tumor isnt cancerous it's just a fatty tumor, but it is still very sad i luv my doggie more than anything and to see her suffer is terrible...what should i do? She already has help from lotsa vets.
My doggie.....?
Just love her and keep her as healthy as possible for as long as possible. don't try to prolong her life though if she is in pain. The best thing for her if she is and pain meds are working is to put her down. THats hard but also the most humane way to treat her.
Reply:the skin problems are probably from the food you are feeding. Get her on a quality holistic food like California Natural
Reply:I would look into alternative therapies if you haven't yet. when medicines don't get the job done go back to nature. maybe you could mention it to your vet.
Reply:I'm sorry sweety but if lotsa vets can't help how can simple folk help? Otehr than putting fatty oils (grease) and egg on her food, there is really not much you can do. Skin problens are usually allergies. Also...please do not use chemical sprays like Fabreeze. Fabrich sprays have been known to cause irritations to mossdt cats and dogs. good luck.
Reply:Don't worry about the tumor, unless it starts to get in her way of walking, sleeping, general movement, etc.
For the skin issues I would seek out a homeopathic vet or try some homeopathic remedies.
I've listed a good contact for where to find those and what to use.
Reply:You may need to change your dog's diet. Lamb and rice is a good choice, but definitely ask store personnel what they would recommend. You may need to take your pet in for more frequent hair trimmings and ask salon personnel whwat types of shampoo would ease the skin problem. (you didn't mention what the problem was) Oatmeal shampoo is good for relieving inflammation.
Reply:Oh my goodness I am crying and I am not a person who cries but that is super sad.
I love my dog like my child so I completely understand.
You should just hold her and rub/scatch her behind the ear/belly as much as you can.
Maybe you could give her a soothing bath with an appropriate soap I was thinking maybe a soothing oatmeal baby soap or a soothing soap that baby's use to help them relax and sleep but not 100% sure if you can use those on dogs.
My dog likes a little massage on her back ... not too hard but just enough for her to relax.
Anyway, I am so very sorry and you hang in there be strong for you doggie because she can sense things people are feeling esp. their owner.
Take her for walks if she can even if it is just for a little fresh air and exercise.
Take Care baby everything will be alright. Much Favor
Reply:My dog had skin problems, all his life, and we used a shampoo called derma soothe that we got from the vets office, and it actually worked, that was the only shampoo that actually help with his skin problems. We tried so many other things, and it was the only one that actually made the itching stop. And I know how you are feeling right now, my dog had some of the same problems, but he was 14 1/2.
alstroemeria
My doggie.....?
Just love her and keep her as healthy as possible for as long as possible. don't try to prolong her life though if she is in pain. The best thing for her if she is and pain meds are working is to put her down. THats hard but also the most humane way to treat her.
Reply:the skin problems are probably from the food you are feeding. Get her on a quality holistic food like California Natural
Reply:I would look into alternative therapies if you haven't yet. when medicines don't get the job done go back to nature. maybe you could mention it to your vet.
Reply:I'm sorry sweety but if lotsa vets can't help how can simple folk help? Otehr than putting fatty oils (grease) and egg on her food, there is really not much you can do. Skin problens are usually allergies. Also...please do not use chemical sprays like Fabreeze. Fabrich sprays have been known to cause irritations to mossdt cats and dogs. good luck.
Reply:Don't worry about the tumor, unless it starts to get in her way of walking, sleeping, general movement, etc.
For the skin issues I would seek out a homeopathic vet or try some homeopathic remedies.
I've listed a good contact for where to find those and what to use.
Reply:You may need to change your dog's diet. Lamb and rice is a good choice, but definitely ask store personnel what they would recommend. You may need to take your pet in for more frequent hair trimmings and ask salon personnel whwat types of shampoo would ease the skin problem. (you didn't mention what the problem was) Oatmeal shampoo is good for relieving inflammation.
Reply:Oh my goodness I am crying and I am not a person who cries but that is super sad.
I love my dog like my child so I completely understand.
You should just hold her and rub/scatch her behind the ear/belly as much as you can.
Maybe you could give her a soothing bath with an appropriate soap I was thinking maybe a soothing oatmeal baby soap or a soothing soap that baby's use to help them relax and sleep but not 100% sure if you can use those on dogs.
My dog likes a little massage on her back ... not too hard but just enough for her to relax.
Anyway, I am so very sorry and you hang in there be strong for you doggie because she can sense things people are feeling esp. their owner.
Take her for walks if she can even if it is just for a little fresh air and exercise.
Take Care baby everything will be alright. Much Favor
Reply:My dog had skin problems, all his life, and we used a shampoo called derma soothe that we got from the vets office, and it actually worked, that was the only shampoo that actually help with his skin problems. We tried so many other things, and it was the only one that actually made the itching stop. And I know how you are feeling right now, my dog had some of the same problems, but he was 14 1/2.
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My Dog Has Diabetes....How come his gums are turning black?
My Dog is sick I know that...I am trying to make the best out of the time he has left....He is always so happy he doe's more tricks than any other dog we have ever had....Not cuz we tell him to... He just doe's it cuz he feels good doing it...He has free rain of our house...He has no potty problems...But he is loosing his eyesite...I am gonna strangle my brother cuz he thinks it is funny to change the furnature around which my brother thinks is funny when "Dino" bumps into them...He actually looks forward to getting a Insulation shot....If we miss a shot at 6am or 6pm..He comes looking for one of us to administer it..A friend asked me how we do it? I told him to make a big deal about it...Dino Want a shot...Want A shot..Then Have him sit then grab the loose skin in front of his hind leg...grab it..Pinch it alittle...Then shoot the needle like a Gun..Super quick...He won't even feel it..Next get a hot dog and make him chase it...He will look forward to it..Why are his gums turning Black
My Dog Has Diabetes....How come his gums are turning black?
Poor blood circulation because of the diabetes.
It attacks the extremities first, head, leg/paws, along with the kidneys, and other vital organs.
Your brother needs to stop taking quality of what life he has left away. It's not funny.
Reply:my cats r 2, he is probaly just losing a toth or something like that, ask a vet
Reply:You need to call your vet about this. You also need to learn more about this disease. It's Insulin, not Insulation. You can't "miss a shot" - your dog could die from it. Missed shots could be why your dog is losing (not loosing) his eyesight.
Your brother needs to be controlled and needs to see a psychiatrist. If he thinks that tormenting animals is fun, he is on his way to becoming a serial killer or some sadistic pig. If you are a child and he is too, speak with your parents about your brother and get him to stop. Have them speak with the vet about the effects your brother is having on your dog. He's a moron.
My Dog Has Diabetes....How come his gums are turning black?
Poor blood circulation because of the diabetes.
It attacks the extremities first, head, leg/paws, along with the kidneys, and other vital organs.
Your brother needs to stop taking quality of what life he has left away. It's not funny.
Reply:my cats r 2, he is probaly just losing a toth or something like that, ask a vet
Reply:You need to call your vet about this. You also need to learn more about this disease. It's Insulin, not Insulation. You can't "miss a shot" - your dog could die from it. Missed shots could be why your dog is losing (not loosing) his eyesight.
Your brother needs to be controlled and needs to see a psychiatrist. If he thinks that tormenting animals is fun, he is on his way to becoming a serial killer or some sadistic pig. If you are a child and he is too, speak with your parents about your brother and get him to stop. Have them speak with the vet about the effects your brother is having on your dog. He's a moron.
What should I do about my poor cat?
My 13 year old tabby has never had a problem with fleas, but when I got a dog he suddenly had them when she got them.
Now he has a skin-flaky problem(dandruff-esque) and fleas. I haven't bathed him in a long long time(he hasn't needed it) so it's not over-washing.
Why does he have both and how do I fix the skin problem?
What should I do about my poor cat?
Aww poor kitty. Give him some fish oil to help his coat...also, try advantage to get rid of his fleas. A flea comb is good too, in addition to flea bombs to get rid of them in your house...good luck :)
Reply:when i first got my cat, she was like that and had little flakey scab like things on her body. i just let it be. it went away in a few weeks. i think all it needs is time. try taking him to the vet if youre worried.
Reply:The flakeyness is an allergy to the fleas.
My cat had the same thing, get rid of the fleas, the flakeyness will quit too.
Reply:Flaky coat isn't always a sign of fleas. More than not, kitty's diet isn't giving her the right kind of nutrition. Probably needs some zinc in her diet. Fleas can be taken care of naturally, be very careful of store bought chemical treatments. Hart's for example, has a warning on the back flap but you don't know until you get the product home and peel back the label. You never know if your cat's gonna have a reaction or not. One of mine did and I had to take him to the vet for the antidote. DE food grade is a great natural treatment for fleas for both dogs and cats. You'll have to get it on line though, they don't sell it at the pet store.
Now he has a skin-flaky problem(dandruff-esque) and fleas. I haven't bathed him in a long long time(he hasn't needed it) so it's not over-washing.
Why does he have both and how do I fix the skin problem?
What should I do about my poor cat?
Aww poor kitty. Give him some fish oil to help his coat...also, try advantage to get rid of his fleas. A flea comb is good too, in addition to flea bombs to get rid of them in your house...good luck :)
Reply:when i first got my cat, she was like that and had little flakey scab like things on her body. i just let it be. it went away in a few weeks. i think all it needs is time. try taking him to the vet if youre worried.
Reply:The flakeyness is an allergy to the fleas.
My cat had the same thing, get rid of the fleas, the flakeyness will quit too.
Reply:Flaky coat isn't always a sign of fleas. More than not, kitty's diet isn't giving her the right kind of nutrition. Probably needs some zinc in her diet. Fleas can be taken care of naturally, be very careful of store bought chemical treatments. Hart's for example, has a warning on the back flap but you don't know until you get the product home and peel back the label. You never know if your cat's gonna have a reaction or not. One of mine did and I had to take him to the vet for the antidote. DE food grade is a great natural treatment for fleas for both dogs and cats. You'll have to get it on line though, they don't sell it at the pet store.
Natural Treatment for Superficial Pyoderma in Dogs?
My dog (a mut, short hair) has superficial pyoderma on the inside of his hind legs. The main skin problem is a bunch of little red circles that are puffy and take up about 1/2 inch on his inner thigh. No pus, but they look like blisters. The vet just put him on cephalexin 500mg two times a day. He weighs 65 pounds and is 1.5 years old. His diet is Blue (natural dog food) combined with organic vegetables. I give him Vitamin E (800 mg a day according to the vet), vitamin C (500mg a day) and salmon oil. What else should I add to his diet?
He has been on the antibiotic now for 4 days and it still looks the same. I put calendula gel and aloe on it. What is a natural way to treat this?
His diet has not changed, he does not have fleas and he has never had allergies. Please help. Thanks!
Natural Treatment for Superficial Pyoderma in Dogs?
I would say the Aloe is great,, My sons dog had the same problem.. He spent so much money taking him to the vet. It lasted up until he was about 3 yrs old.. It seems like he was given just about the same thing's your dog has been given, nothing lasted for long .. MY Son Loves that Dog and was So worried about him.. He Kept saying I know the dog is miserable,, One thing was he stopped bathing him so much.,, So not to wash away the natural body oils,,, It was just making matters worse, He just also tried to keep the medications on him, and started using aloe.. It was almost like he had to grow out of it... But I'm sure the antibodies, and other treatments the vet put the dog on help out ..
The best of luck to you and your best friend
Great Question
Reply:youre right
He has been on the antibiotic now for 4 days and it still looks the same. I put calendula gel and aloe on it. What is a natural way to treat this?
His diet has not changed, he does not have fleas and he has never had allergies. Please help. Thanks!
Natural Treatment for Superficial Pyoderma in Dogs?
I would say the Aloe is great,, My sons dog had the same problem.. He spent so much money taking him to the vet. It lasted up until he was about 3 yrs old.. It seems like he was given just about the same thing's your dog has been given, nothing lasted for long .. MY Son Loves that Dog and was So worried about him.. He Kept saying I know the dog is miserable,, One thing was he stopped bathing him so much.,, So not to wash away the natural body oils,,, It was just making matters worse, He just also tried to keep the medications on him, and started using aloe.. It was almost like he had to grow out of it... But I'm sure the antibodies, and other treatments the vet put the dog on help out ..
The best of luck to you and your best friend
Great Question
Reply:youre right
My dog still has redness at 2.5 months post-spay; does that sound normal?
My dog (who is 1.5 y.o) had her surgery 2.5 months ago; no problems with licking (in fact, I think that when she lays down the skin folds so she can't lick it). The incision has healed and never looked infected but the area around the incision is still quite red (there is a clear difference between that area and the rest of her tummy). It looks irritated but she doesn't seem bothered by it. She eats, drinks, poops, pees just fine. Am I worrying needlessly or should I take her back to the vet? It just seems strange...I would expect the incision line to remain pink but the area is almost an inch on either side of the incision.
My dog still has redness at 2.5 months post-spay; does that sound normal?
2.5 months it should be totally normal , the incision should be raised and normal skin color,,, , Is the red accompanied by swelling? if not, it is probably fine , but it would not be a bad idea it have it checked , if you need to up date vaccinations , have a vet look at the incision at that time .
elephant foot
My dog still has redness at 2.5 months post-spay; does that sound normal?
2.5 months it should be totally normal , the incision should be raised and normal skin color,,, , Is the red accompanied by swelling? if not, it is probably fine , but it would not be a bad idea it have it checked , if you need to up date vaccinations , have a vet look at the incision at that time .
elephant foot
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