Brief story. For the past year Roxy has developed skin issues. First she had a few small spots of thick dry skin flakes, then the pimples in her private areas and then constant scratching that lead to staph infections. I tried about 5 different shampoos, giving her coconut oil in her food, fish oil, vitamin E - she eat home cooked meal, no corn or grains, we tried antib's and antihistamines, and I am sure other things too I just can't remember.
Anyway, this has been going on for the last year. I admit, it has got better: Roxy just itches her armpits, ears and chin. And it is really after she is given a bath, which I have limited to every 3rd week. I make sure she is rinsed very well and use no condition. Currently I have been using Minksheen. I immediately apply Skin Work by Coat Handler, but it takes that 2 or 3 weeks to heal that skin or so I think and then its time for bath and the cycle happens all over again.
I took Roxy to the Vet yesterday and he confirmed that she has a mild staph and mild yeast infection. Unfortunately with Roxy's liver issues, 'other' ways of dealing with this is no good for her. So he gave me a medicated shampoo - Chlorhexiderm
I bathed her as soon as I got home and will again over the weekend and then again once every week. I also apply the skin works creme as it was still red and raw from scratching. In 1 day there is such an improvement that I can cry from joy. My baby is finally going to heal - I am so happy!
I am also giving her 1/4 teaspoon of Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar in her food and 1/4 teaspoon of pure organic aloe vera gel in her food, so I am not sure if they are helping her heal too - but WHATEVER is doing it I am so happy!
