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Hilde · 04-13-2011, 04:51 PM

Got a 3yr. old rescue yorkie. She smells just awful. Have taken her to the vet several times. First, ear infection, antibiotics, medicated shampoo, second, skin scraping, antibiotics another medicated shampoo, took back again and said that perhaps it was allergy, said I am done with you, you're robbing my pocketbook dry. This has been all in a three week period. Went to Pet Health Food store and they suggested that I take her off of all grains, which I have gradually done, she still smells. Giving her only the finest quality non-grain food. Started her on herbal drops of Azmira yeast & fungal, have been on this for two weeks. Nothing. Tried Selsun Blue . . . . does anybody have anything else I can do, I can't stand the smell. Have searched the internet until I'm green, suggest apple cider vinegar, yogurt, I don't know. Don't know if we can keep her with this odor, it's worse than you think, especially when someone walks into your house and notices it. She smells, scratches, her skin is red . . . .
HELP SOMEONE.

WalnutHill · 04-13-2011, 04:56 PM

Has the vet determined a medical reason for the smell? I haven't encountered anything like this I guess. Maybe you should try a different shampoo? Perhaps a dehumidifier?

Ellie May · 04-13-2011, 04:56 PM

Your girl needs to see a veterinary dermatologist at a specialty hospital as soon as possible. If he skin is red, she probably has an infection. There could be yeast, etc. They should be able to help and get her more comfortable.

kalina82 · 04-13-2011, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

Your girl needs to see a veterinary dermatologist at a specialty hospital as soon as possible. If he skin is red, she probably has an infection. There could be yeast, etc. They should be able to help and get her more comfortable.

exactly. instead of wasting money at a regular vet go see a specialist who deals with skin issues every day. get your records from the regular vet to take with you so no repeat tests have to be done.

this little yorkie needs you to help her. do not get rid of her because of a medical problem. no one likes to be stinky and feel like crap all the time.

YorkieRose · 04-13-2011, 05:11 PM

Doggie Dermatologist!

AlicetheYorkie · 04-13-2011, 05:13 PM

Hi

Sorry you're having such trouble finding out what's going on with your rescue pup

I will say though (and please don't get mad at me for this) I checked the other threads you started about this (think I saw 5?)only because it sounded really familiar to me (I didn't look through them all but I'm pretty sure I commented on one of them) and it seems you did get a bunch of advise.

I personaly (if I recall correctly) suggested that you should try experimenting with limited ingredient holistic foods with the protien source being something out of the ordinary (like venison or duck for example), have you tried that?

I know it's very frustrating when you spend a ton of money at a vet and they can't give you answer, but I'd also suggest you try a different vet. Not all vets are great and some of them can miss something that another one will find right away. Your other option (although I understand it's expensive) is looking for a veterinary dermatologist. They will give you a definate answer and if they do suspect a food allergy, they can direct you in how to preceed (it's all about process of illimination and can take a long time to discover the culprit).

Again, not trying to sound mean, but you've gotten a good amount of solid advise here, have you tried anything else? I'm not sure what you're looking for by posting alot of threads about the same thing since Feb., no one's going to have a miracle answer for you, but we have given suggestions, what have you tried and how did it go? Like I said, if you're frustrated here and don't like our suggestions, try a different veterinarian or a specialist.

Good luck

Hilde · 04-13-2011, 05:20 PM

I know I sound like a broken record, but I have tried everything that everyone has suggested. Holistic, grain-free, antibiotics, shampoos, yogurt, haven't tried the apple-cider vinegar. Guess I can start all over again with the dermatology vet, had just wanted to get a pet that could be part of our home. Hadn't planned on being a caregiver. I know you all will be upset with me for saying this, but it has been very disturbing, as we are older and wanted a companion to snuggle and walk with, not having to give a bath every day.

Ellie May · 04-13-2011, 05:23 PM

Unfortunately there are many special needs pups. I think all of us who have one wish it could be different, but it just happens.

She needs to see a dermatologist. There is really no way around it. Hopefully they will take the records from your vet instead of running all tests again. They are highly trained in dealing with this sort of thing.

ArmaniMan · 04-13-2011, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Hilde

I know I sound like a broken record, but I have tried everything that everyone has suggested. Holistic, grain-free, antibiotics, shampoos, yogurt, haven't tried the apple-cider vinegar. Guess I can start all over again with the dermatology vet, had just wanted to get a pet that could be part of our home. Hadn't planned on being a caregiver. I know you all will be upset with me for saying this, but it has been very disturbing, as we are older and wanted a companion to snuggle and walk with, not having to give a bath every day.

When you take on a pet you take them on for better or worse and you agree to care for them. Yes, they give us so much, but we HAVE to be their caregivers, they cannot take care of themselves. I have driven all over the state, spending whole weekends in unknown cities just to visit vets with my youngest. If you keep running into dead ends with the same vet, you need to find another vet, find a specialist, find someone who will help you. Find a big time specialty vet hospital, they will send you from vet to vet, doing test after test, and not let you leave for hours or days until they find an answer.

lovespandp · 04-13-2011, 05:27 PM

Wow. Pretty harsh there. She is a 3 year old rescue, im sure she has been thru a lot. She needs you to keep trying to get her better, if you give her up who knows where she will end up.

Its only a smell, its not the end of the world.

lovespandp · 04-13-2011, 05:34 PM

Im confused, you have posted here in 02/11 with her skin issues, from 02~04 and she is still not treated? Sounds like you need to go to a specialist, no dog should be having those issues for 2 months.

Hilde · 04-13-2011, 05:35 PM

I have tried the holistic approach with the food, as well as the Azmira yeast & fungal herbal drops, which I give her twice a day. I've tried it all, maybe I just didn't mention each and every one. Nothing has worked, thus far.

lovespandp · 04-13-2011, 05:38 PM

She needs to see a dermatologist..

Hilde · 04-13-2011, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by lovespandp

Wow. Pretty harsh there. She is a 3 year old rescue, im sure she has been thru a lot. She needs you to keep trying to get her better, if you give her up who knows where she will end up.

Its only a smell, its not the end of the world.

If only you knew, it is more than just a smell, everyone can smell her from three feet away. Guess you have to be there, we have had several dogs in the past, I have never had anything like this.

lovespandp · 04-13-2011, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Hilde

If only you knew, it is more than just a smell, everyone can smell her from three feet away. Guess you have to be there, we have had several dogs in the past, I have never had anything like this.

Please dont give up! She needs you!

Describe the smell....

My pnut has a smell its a frito smell! If your stick your nose in his crate it smells like you left a bag of fritos in there!

04-13-2011, 04:51 PM	#1
Hilde Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: El Cajon, Ca. Posts: 41 Blog Entries: 1	Still need help, maybe i was in the wrong forum Got a 3yr. old rescue yorkie. She smells just awful. Have taken her to the vet several times. First, ear infection, antibiotics, medicated shampoo, second, skin scraping, antibiotics another medicated shampoo, took back again and said that perhaps it was allergy, said I am done with you, you're robbing my pocketbook dry. This has been all in a three week period. Went to Pet Health Food store and they suggested that I take her off of all grains, which I have gradually done, she still smells. Giving her only the finest quality non-grain food. Started her on herbal drops of Azmira yeast & fungal, have been on this for two weeks. Nothing. Tried Selsun Blue . . . . does anybody have anything else I can do, I can't stand the smell. Have searched the internet until I'm green, suggest apple cider vinegar, yogurt, I don't know. Don't know if we can keep her with this odor, it's worse than you think, especially when someone walks into your house and notices it. She smells, scratches, her skin is red . . . . HELP SOMEONE.

04-13-2011, 04:56 PM	#2
WalnutHill ♥ Catherine My Love ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,354 Blog Entries: 15	Has the vet determined a medical reason for the smell? I haven't encountered anything like this I guess. Maybe you should try a different shampoo? Perhaps a dehumidifier? __________________ Yorkie Splash ~ Yorkie shampoo Use the code ytdiscount at checkout for 10% off your purchase

04-13-2011, 04:56 PM	#3
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	Your girl needs to see a veterinary dermatologist at a specialty hospital as soon as possible. If he skin is red, she probably has an infection. There could be yeast, etc. They should be able to help and get her more comfortable. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

04-13-2011, 05:13 PM	#6
AlicetheYorkie YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 889	Hi Sorry you're having such trouble finding out what's going on with your rescue pup I will say though (and please don't get mad at me for this) I checked the other threads you started about this (think I saw 5?)only because it sounded really familiar to me (I didn't look through them all but I'm pretty sure I commented on one of them) and it seems you did get a bunch of advise. I personaly (if I recall correctly) suggested that you should try experimenting with limited ingredient holistic foods with the protien source being something out of the ordinary (like venison or duck for example), have you tried that? I know it's very frustrating when you spend a ton of money at a vet and they can't give you answer, but I'd also suggest you try a different vet. Not all vets are great and some of them can miss something that another one will find right away. Your other option (although I understand it's expensive) is looking for a veterinary dermatologist. They will give you a definate answer and if they do suspect a food allergy, they can direct you in how to preceed (it's all about process of illimination and can take a long time to discover the culprit). Again, not trying to sound mean, but you've gotten a good amount of solid advise here, have you tried anything else? I'm not sure what you're looking for by posting alot of threads about the same thing since Feb., no one's going to have a miracle answer for you, but we have given suggestions, what have you tried and how did it go? Like I said, if you're frustrated here and don't like our suggestions, try a different veterinarian or a specialist. Good luck __________________ Jenn, mom to: Dayton , Alice ,Darla, Miya , Summer & Chooch

04-13-2011, 05:23 PM	#8
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	Unfortunately there are many special needs pups. I think all of us who have one wish it could be different, but it just happens. She needs to see a dermatologist. There is really no way around it. Hopefully they will take the records from your vet instead of running all tests again. They are highly trained in dealing with this sort of thing. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

04-13-2011, 05:11 PM	#5
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	Doggie Dermatologist!

04-13-2011, 05:20 PM	#7
Hilde Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: El Cajon, Ca. Posts: 41 Blog Entries: 1	I know I sound like a broken record, but I have tried everything that everyone has suggested. Holistic, grain-free, antibiotics, shampoos, yogurt, haven't tried the apple-cider vinegar. Guess I can start all over again with the dermatology vet, had just wanted to get a pet that could be part of our home. Hadn't planned on being a caregiver. I know you all will be upset with me for saying this, but it has been very disturbing, as we are older and wanted a companion to snuggle and walk with, not having to give a bath every day.

04-13-2011, 05:27 PM	#10
lovespandp ♥Momma's Bambino♥ Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ca Posts: 10,026	Wow. Pretty harsh there. She is a 3 year old rescue, im sure she has been thru a lot. She needs you to keep trying to get her better, if you give her up who knows where she will end up. Its only a smell, its not the end of the world. __________________ "People with nothing to hide don't usually feel the need to say so."

04-13-2011, 05:34 PM	#11
lovespandp ♥Momma's Bambino♥ Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ca Posts: 10,026	Im confused, you have posted here in 02/11 with her skin issues, from 02~04 and she is still not treated? Sounds like you need to go to a specialist, no dog should be having those issues for 2 months. __________________ "People with nothing to hide don't usually feel the need to say so."

04-13-2011, 05:35 PM	#12
Hilde Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: El Cajon, Ca. Posts: 41 Blog Entries: 1	I have tried the holistic approach with the food, as well as the Azmira yeast & fungal herbal drops, which I give her twice a day. I've tried it all, maybe I just didn't mention each and every one. Nothing has worked, thus far.

04-13-2011, 05:38 PM	#13
lovespandp ♥Momma's Bambino♥ Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ca Posts: 10,026	She needs to see a dermatologist.. __________________ "People with nothing to hide don't usually feel the need to say so."