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11-13-2006, 07:35 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Missouri
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| Allergy My 3 year old female has some kind of skin allergy going on and after a trip to the vet today, he found a single flea and said it appeared to be a typical flea allergy. (I use Frontline religiously.) He gave her an injection. I'm sorry, I don't know what it was called, but I think it was akin to prednisone. I'm to update him in a week. Maybe this is all I can do for now, but does anyone have additional ideas as to what I can do to give her relief. She is better this evening, but not surprisingly, sleepier than usual, although initially, she was full of pep and playing with her toys. |
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11-13-2006, 07:44 PM | #2 |
Izzy's Momma Too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stuart, Florida
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| Awww, poor baby I wonder if you could give her a bath with Aveeno, to soothe her skin? I hope she feels better soon Tracy and Luna |
11-14-2006, 03:44 PM | #3 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
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| Fleabite Dermatitis (FD) Yes, one bite can cause severe itching for several weeks in dogs with this allergy. Yes, use Aveeno Oatmeal Bath. Mix with warm water in a cup or dish, and apply a little at a time and gently massage it in. Put warm (not hot) water on baby to keep him/her warm during bath. Leave it on as long as possible, wet, and rinse gently and thoroughly. Benadryl will ease the itch, 1-2mg per lb. A good, natural moisturizing spray, like Veterinarian's Best or hydrocortisone spray for dogs will help. If skin feels hot, use cool (not cold) compresses for a few minutes. My guys get a few fleas even with Frontline. It works as well as the natural sprays with de limone, citrus, eucalyptus, lavender, etc. High Cascade Premier Shampoo was recommended by RLC12345678. Try to distract from the scratching, and best wishes, because I know what you and baby are going through.
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11-14-2006, 05:45 PM | #4 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Missouri
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| Thank you! I'll save this information. She's doing very well tonight, but still sleepier than usual. |
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