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LIL MIS' MAGIC · 01-12-2006, 10:26 AM

I know you have been tons of advice already....I only want to add that you should try one thing at a time and see if it helps if not then try something else...don't change everything at once or you won't really know what helped and what didn't!!

And I agree stay away from Science Diet it is full of corn and by products...talk to someone at Petco or Petsmart and they can help you find the right food for you!!

Sydney'sMom · 01-12-2006, 10:28 AM

I swear by Missing Link. Someone on here recomended it when Syd was young and we have used it ever since. She used to have dry flaking skin and it cleared that right up and improved her coat.

A friend of mine...who has a Lab...had an itchy allergy problem for awhile and her vet recomeded some vitamins to give her dog. Those worked for her. I don't know what they were...but I could find out for you if you want me to.

vibanez · 01-12-2006, 12:23 PM

Oh that would be great. At this point I really I'm desperate to try anything, but of course one at a time

Thank you so much.

vibanez · 01-12-2006, 12:32 PM

God never did I think it could possibly be the cleaning solution that use on my tile, what I use is also Pinesol. Could it be that? Believe me in the seventh months that I've had my baby girl I have taken to the vet problably about 7-8 times because of this and nothing that they give her seems to work. Like I mentioned on my original thread the last option the vet gave was taking a skin graph, and I really don't want princess to go threw that at such a young age.

Clioe · 01-12-2006, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by heather_lathrop

I hope that this will be of some help to you.
I feed my gizmo science diet. It's not cheap, but well worth the price. I have noticed a huge difference in his coat, and teeth since he has been on this.
I also think that science diet makes a food just for dogs with allergies. But first things first, you have got to stop bathing her so much.. You really should try bathing her just once or twice a month, in very luke warm, almost cool water. I learned this when I worked for a vet. You don't want to use anything warmer than that because that itself is very drying to the skin.
Also I would try to use a good oatmeal shampoo on her when you do have to bathe her. As for her getting dirty between baths, I use a wet wash cloth to clean gizmo's face, and paws, booty, etc. Dogs skin is much more sensitive than human skin. And PH levels in human shampoo is too strong for dogs. I hope that this could be of some help.. Good luck!

But Science Diet has by products and corn meal in its ingredients and they appear right at the top of the list! Miffy was on Innova Puppy then California Natural and now Innova Evo. She seems to like Evo a lot. You can see the list of ingredients at the Innova website.

livingdustmops · 01-12-2006, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by vibanez

God never did I think it could possibly be the cleaning solution that use on my tile, what I use is also Pinesol. Could it be that? Believe me in the seventh months that I've had my baby girl I have taken to the vet problably about 7-8 times because of this and nothing that they give her seems to work. Like I mentioned on my original thread the last option the vet gave was taking a skin graph, and I really don't want princess to go threw that at such a young age.

Well once I stopped using the PineSol her legs cleaned up. It did not affect all of my dogs but one of my girls and believe me it took me awhile to figure out. Trial and Error since it didn't affect all of my dogs but once I stopped the Pinsol she was okay...weird but true.

I would not discount getting her on better food than Science Diet. To much corn..alot of Yorkies have problems with this.

vibanez · 01-12-2006, 06:42 PM

Early this evening I made a stop at petsmart, I got her Royal Canin for yorkies. I got home and gave her just a little mixed in with her food she's feeding on now, what she did she ate all the Royal Canin bits like their was no tomorrow. I was reading the Science diet package of it's engridients and it did not sound so good

I'm crossing my fingers I hope she can stick to this new brand

3CrazyYorkies · 01-12-2006, 06:43 PM

This is an excerpt from a book called "Veteranary Secrets Revealed" hope it helps.

The Skin

The skin is the largest organ of your pets body and reflective of what is going on in the body. Regularly brush your pet looking for fleas, lice or ticks. The hair coat should be soft and shiny.

If you are seeing areas of hair loss in your pet then you may be dealing with certain skin conditions such as mange, ringworm, hypothyroid disease or allergies; treatments for these are discussed in detail in the ebook.

If your pet has areas of hair loss around the face that are not itchy, then he may have a type of mange called demodex. This small parasite shows up in pets with depressed immune systems.

One very safe effective treatment is Vitamin E given at 400IU per 40lbs once daily for 3-4 weeks.

If your pet has an excess of flaky skin (dandruff), then she may be in need of a essential fatty acid supplement. Flax is the best source for dogs at a dose of 1 teaspoon per cup of dog food. For cats use the liquid supplement (such as fish oil).

Take note of any palpable lumps or bumps.

Lipomas (benign fatty tumors) commonly occur on the chest wall. If your dog has a soft moveable lump on her chest, then it is probably a fatty tumor.

Sebaceaous cysts are another common lump; they can often be distinguished by squeezing out a cheesy substance. They are also very soft. Lumps and bumps become more prevalent as your pet ages and their immune system weakens.

The most important thing in helping your pet is having them on a premium quality diet and supplementing with additional antioxidants. The ones I suggest using are Vitamin E and Vitamin C and specific flavanoids.

Any lumps that are firm, rapidly growing, not easily moveable should be considered serious and examined by your veterinarian.

Allergies are one of the most common reasons that I see pets. There are a huge number of allergens. The 3 main classes are, Food, Fleas and Environmental. The most common signs are excessive scratching, paw and anal licking, hair loss and excess dandruff.

If you suspect that your pet has an allergy, then the first 2 things that I suggest are to eliminated external parasites as a cause, and to feed a hypo-allergenic diet for 4-6 weeks (there are many available).

Some very helpful at home remedies that I often use are:

TO THE BATH. An oatmeal shampoo with cool water will ease the itchiest skin. Leave the shampoo on for 10 minutes then rinse well. With the most severe allergies, bathe your pet twice weekly.

SOOTHE IT TOPICALLY. Calendula ointment is a herbal medication that has been successfully used to relieve the itch. Apply a thin coat twice daily to affected areas.

THE SUPPLEMENT CONNECTION. Fatty Acid supplements are very helpful in decreasing the level of inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acids are most important. A great, inexpensive source is ground Flax Seeds; I give 1 tsp per cup of dog food. Cats are unable to metabolize Flax, so I only recommend the liquid supplement for them. Other sources include fish oil, primrose oil and specific veterinary supplements.

vibanez · 01-12-2006, 07:08 PM

I feel the same way. I was not conviced at all. I got Her the Royal Canin for yorkies, as soon as I arrived home I gave her some she ate that like their was no tomorrow. I also got her some Oatmeal shampoo and conditioner one of the girsl who works their recomended I use it, it's kind of pricy.

vibanez · 01-12-2006, 07:15 PM

I know this is way out of the subject but I wanted to know are my babies teeth going to fall out soon?? She was bron on July 29, 05. This is my first baby girl ever so I'm learning more about these breed as time goes by. Please any advise??

tessababes · 01-12-2006, 07:21 PM

Hi Well I Used On My Yourkie Tessa Is Olive Oil I Rub It On So Good I Let It Soak In For 30min's Then I Wash It All Off It Get's Rid Of Bad Dry Skin It's More Healthy For The Skin. Its Not That Greasy It Soaks Fast In. And I Uses Baby Shampoo You Can Go On A Web Site About Olive Oil For Dogs And Humens Skin.. Good Luck

tessababes · 01-12-2006, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by tessababes

Hi Well I Used On My Yourkie Tessa Is Olive Oil I Rub It On So Good I Let It Soak In For 30min's Then I Wash It All Off It Get's Rid Of Bad Dry Skin It's More Healthy For The Skin. Its Not That Greasy It Soaks Fast In. And I Uses Baby Shampoo You Can Go On A Web Site About Olive Oil For Dogs And Humens Skin.. Good Luck

go to on search for olive oil or coconut oil..for hair and skin. this is a very good website for all foods and house holds stuff you can fine anything on there.. www.frugal living.com

tessababes · 01-12-2006, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tessababes

go to on search for olive oil or coconut oil..for hair and skin. this is a very good website for all foods and house holds stuff you can fine anything on there.. www.frugallivingabout.com

check it out

tessababes · 01-12-2006, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tessababes

go to on search for olive oil or coconut oil..for hair and skin. this is a very good website for all foods and house holds stuff you can fine anything on there..

www.frugallivingabout.com

crystalsmom · 01-12-2006, 08:57 PM

It's probably pretty hard to digest all the info. Science Diet is a dog food
that lots of vets sell right here in their practice waiting room so people get
the idea it's the best and it is not. The only info I would check out before
you use is oil. Oil is the most drying thing you can do for a dogs skin.
Sounds like it might be good but it really is not. I would bet the food
is the main problem and you have changed that gradually. If that food
doesn't help there are many other wonderful foods you can try but do check
the recipe and remember the first ingredient makes up the largest part of
the recipe.Good Luck and don't forget to ask for help anytime. The best
advise here was the person who said do one thing at a time so you really
know what the problem is......also if you trust your vet you have to listen
to him, some of this problems take a while to clear up.

01-12-2006, 10:26 AM	#16
LIL MIS' MAGIC Yorkie Lover Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Midlothian, Texas Posts: 4,377 Blog Entries: 3	I know you have been tons of advice already....I only want to add that you should try one thing at a time and see if it helps if not then try something else...don't change everything at once or you won't really know what helped and what didn't!! And I agree stay away from Science Diet it is full of corn and by products...talk to someone at Petco or Petsmart and they can help you find the right food for you!! __________________ Kristin, Mom to: Lil Mis Magic, Sailor and Captain

01-12-2006, 10:28 AM	#17
Sydney'sMom YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Erie, PA Posts: 517	dry skin I swear by Missing Link. Someone on here recomended it when Syd was young and we have used it ever since. She used to have dry flaking skin and it cleared that right up and improved her coat. A friend of mine...who has a Lab...had an itchy allergy problem for awhile and her vet recomeded some vitamins to give her dog. Those worked for her. I don't know what they were...but I could find out for you if you want me to. __________________ Holly & Sydney visit me on Dogster: http://www.dogster.com/?160307

01-12-2006, 12:23 PM	#18
vibanez Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: California Posts: 20	Oh that would be great. At this point I really I'm desperate to try anything, but of course one at a time Thank you so much. __________________ xxx Pretty Girl Princess

01-12-2006, 12:32 PM	#19
vibanez Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: California Posts: 20	God never did I think it could possibly be the cleaning solution that use on my tile, what I use is also Pinesol. Could it be that? Believe me in the seventh months that I've had my baby girl I have taken to the vet problably about 7-8 times because of this and nothing that they give her seems to work. Like I mentioned on my original thread the last option the vet gave was taking a skin graph, and I really don't want princess to go threw that at such a young age. __________________ xxx Pretty Girl Princess

01-12-2006, 06:42 PM	#22
vibanez Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: California Posts: 20	Early this evening I made a stop at petsmart, I got her Royal Canin for yorkies. I got home and gave her just a little mixed in with her food she's feeding on now, what she did she ate all the Royal Canin bits like their was no tomorrow. I was reading the Science diet package of it's engridients and it did not sound so good I'm crossing my fingers I hope she can stick to this new brand __________________ xxx Pretty Girl Princess

01-12-2006, 06:43 PM	#23
3CrazyYorkies YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Alberta ... Canada Posts: 583	This is an excerpt from a book called "Veteranary Secrets Revealed" hope it helps. The Skin The skin is the largest organ of your pets body and reflective of what is going on in the body. Regularly brush your pet looking for fleas, lice or ticks. The hair coat should be soft and shiny. If you are seeing areas of hair loss in your pet then you may be dealing with certain skin conditions such as mange, ringworm, hypothyroid disease or allergies; treatments for these are discussed in detail in the ebook. If your pet has areas of hair loss around the face that are not itchy, then he may have a type of mange called demodex. This small parasite shows up in pets with depressed immune systems. One very safe effective treatment is Vitamin E given at 400IU per 40lbs once daily for 3-4 weeks. If your pet has an excess of flaky skin (dandruff), then she may be in need of a essential fatty acid supplement. Flax is the best source for dogs at a dose of 1 teaspoon per cup of dog food. For cats use the liquid supplement (such as fish oil). Take note of any palpable lumps or bumps. Lipomas (benign fatty tumors) commonly occur on the chest wall. If your dog has a soft moveable lump on her chest, then it is probably a fatty tumor. Sebaceaous cysts are another common lump; they can often be distinguished by squeezing out a cheesy substance. They are also very soft. Lumps and bumps become more prevalent as your pet ages and their immune system weakens. The most important thing in helping your pet is having them on a premium quality diet and supplementing with additional antioxidants. The ones I suggest using are Vitamin E and Vitamin C and specific flavanoids. Any lumps that are firm, rapidly growing, not easily moveable should be considered serious and examined by your veterinarian. Allergies are one of the most common reasons that I see pets. There are a huge number of allergens. The 3 main classes are, Food, Fleas and Environmental. The most common signs are excessive scratching, paw and anal licking, hair loss and excess dandruff. If you suspect that your pet has an allergy, then the first 2 things that I suggest are to eliminated external parasites as a cause, and to feed a hypo-allergenic diet for 4-6 weeks (there are many available). Some very helpful at home remedies that I often use are: TO THE BATH. An oatmeal shampoo with cool water will ease the itchiest skin. Leave the shampoo on for 10 minutes then rinse well. With the most severe allergies, bathe your pet twice weekly. SOOTHE IT TOPICALLY. Calendula ointment is a herbal medication that has been successfully used to relieve the itch. Apply a thin coat twice daily to affected areas. THE SUPPLEMENT CONNECTION. Fatty Acid supplements are very helpful in decreasing the level of inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acids are most important. A great, inexpensive source is ground Flax Seeds; I give 1 tsp per cup of dog food. Cats are unable to metabolize Flax, so I only recommend the liquid supplement for them. Other sources include fish oil, primrose oil and specific veterinary supplements.

01-12-2006, 07:08 PM	#24
vibanez Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: California Posts: 20	I feel the same way. I was not conviced at all. I got Her the Royal Canin for yorkies, as soon as I arrived home I gave her some she ate that like their was no tomorrow. I also got her some Oatmeal shampoo and conditioner one of the girsl who works their recomended I use it, it's kind of pricy. __________________ xxx Pretty Girl Princess

01-12-2006, 07:15 PM	#25
vibanez Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: California Posts: 20	Babies teeth faaling out I know this is way out of the subject but I wanted to know are my babies teeth going to fall out soon?? She was bron on July 29, 05. This is my first baby girl ever so I'm learning more about these breed as time goes by. Please any advise?? __________________ xxx Pretty Girl Princess

01-12-2006, 07:21 PM	#26
tessababes Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 141	Olive Oil For Dry Skin Hi Well I Used On My Yourkie Tessa Is Olive Oil I Rub It On So Good I Let It Soak In For 30min's Then I Wash It All Off It Get's Rid Of Bad Dry Skin It's More Healthy For The Skin. Its Not That Greasy It Soaks Fast In. And I Uses Baby Shampoo You Can Go On A Web Site About Olive Oil For Dogs And Humens Skin.. Good Luck

01-12-2006, 08:57 PM	#30
crystalsmom Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 7,946	Lots of good info It's probably pretty hard to digest all the info. Science Diet is a dog food that lots of vets sell right here in their practice waiting room so people get the idea it's the best and it is not. The only info I would check out before you use is oil. Oil is the most drying thing you can do for a dogs skin. Sounds like it might be good but it really is not. I would bet the food is the main problem and you have changed that gradually. If that food doesn't help there are many other wonderful foods you can try but do check the recipe and remember the first ingredient makes up the largest part of the recipe.Good Luck and don't forget to ask for help anytime. The best advise here was the person who said do one thing at a time so you really know what the problem is......also if you trust your vet you have to listen to him, some of this problems take a while to clear up. __________________