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whattheyork · 05-10-2011, 12:48 PM

I've been researching (mainly here) trying to figure out a resolution to my pup's itching/skin problems..
I feel I've conquered the flea problem as best I can,
considering we're in a dog-friendly apartment complex and right next to woods.
I keep her away from the shade/woods to avoid ticks, after having to remove a few..
But that's just an uphill battle considering how low to the ground she is, on top of summer coming around.

She's been on advantix multi for 3 weeks.
When I first applied it, I noted the warning that it will be less effective if the dog is bathed more than weekly.
I bathe her up to twice a week.. usually once.
Sure enough, 3 weeks into it she's got a few fleas around her eyes and tail.

Would it be safe to reapply early?
I don't see another solution..
Although I'm seriously considering treating a section of the grass and only taking her there.

As far as diet,
I had been using Patten's line for a few months, but didn't see any behavior change.
Now I recently switched to RC on advice from another yorkie owner in the neighborhood (and many here seem to favor it).

About how long should I expect to wait before a dietary change takes effect?

Also, she was constipated on the patten kibble, and it's a little better already with RC, but what can I supplement to help her digestion?

05-10-2011, 12:48 PM	#1
whattheyork YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Posts: 3	Frustrated pup, looking for relief! I've been researching (mainly here) trying to figure out a resolution to my pup's itching/skin problems.. I feel I've conquered the flea problem as best I can, considering we're in a dog-friendly apartment complex and right next to woods. I keep her away from the shade/woods to avoid ticks, after having to remove a few.. But that's just an uphill battle considering how low to the ground she is, on top of summer coming around. She's been on advantix multi for 3 weeks. When I first applied it, I noted the warning that it will be less effective if the dog is bathed more than weekly. I bathe her up to twice a week.. usually once. Sure enough, 3 weeks into it she's got a few fleas around her eyes and tail. Would it be safe to reapply early? I don't see another solution.. Although I'm seriously considering treating a section of the grass and only taking her there. As far as diet, I had been using Patten's line for a few months, but didn't see any behavior change. Now I recently switched to RC on advice from another yorkie owner in the neighborhood (and many here seem to favor it). About how long should I expect to wait before a dietary change takes effect? Also, she was constipated on the patten kibble, and it's a little better already with RC, but what can I supplement to help her digestion?