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Originally Posted by dwerten  so why is chlorhexedine not used for staph |
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Benzoyl peroxide combines a good antibacterial action against Staphylococcus with a follicular flushing property, which helps in cases of comedones. Acne in Dogs - Staphylococci (‘Staph bacteria’)
Treatment
- Initial treatments may entail washing of the whole dog with antibiotic shampoos such as benzoyl peroxide.
All about skin related problems & diseases in dogs, including natural treatments - Chinaroad Lowchens of Australia - Regularly wash your dog when it is under the treatment process, by using antibiotic shampoos like benzoyl peroxide. Staph Infection in Dogs Staph Infection in Dogs
A prescription of benzoyl peroxide shampoo may be given by your vet. Dog Rashes, Staph Infection Symptoms, Common Types of Allergic Reaction, Skin
That's great that your dog's skin cleared up with Chlorhexadine. Lady's staph infections are more stubborn and require benzoil peroxide.