My little boy has been itching and biting himself for the last couple of days. I didn't really pay much attention to it as the last few weeks have been heck with one thing after another.
Anyway, I looked at my white comforter earlier today, I noticed chunks of black hair. I decided to shave my boy down so I could see what was going on as he has a lot of hair. As soon as I did I notice all these red splotches. Almost looked like big spot of blood right under the surface of the skin. They were all over his body.
Called my vet (which I thought would be closed, after 4 on a Saturday). They said they couldn't get him in today, so I asked if I could give him benadryl for the night.
They transferred me to the vets assistant, who talked to the vet and they asked why I couldn't just come in tonight...ok, sure
So I went, and first off Sachi has lost a whole pound since last being seen for his physical in March. They said it was fine as he is otherwise healthy. Vet said what he had was hotspots all over his body, basically allergies, and gave him an allergy shot. *He did say other possibility is mites, but how would they get that? No exposure to other dogs and I am clean and wash bedding at least once a week
He also put him on an antibiotic as he said all of the hotspots would turn to sores. Poor baby.
He is passed out now, I think it made him tired, but the spots are dramatically reduced. That cost $125 I didn't have. They said I was lucky and made it just in time to not be charged the emergency fee
Not a question, just sharing my fun afternoon.