Max's Itchy Skin

[AllDogBoots]

It's like having a hair appointment and waking up that morning only to find out that your hair came out fabulous! I'm sure Max will start breaking out tomorrow since it would have been the day after the appointment. I do imagine its a season allergy or something in the grass (pesticides?).

I bought this from amazon this morning at the advice of a friend as she has had excellent results: Amazon.com: Virbac Allerderm Spot On for Small...

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by AllDogBoots

It's like having a hair appointment and waking up that morning only to find out that your hair came out fabulous! I'm sure Max will start breaking out tomorrow since it would have been the day after the appointment. I do imagine its a season allergy or something in the grass (pesticides?).

I bought this from amazon this morning at the advice of a friend as she has had excellent results: Amazon.com: Virbac Allerderm Spot On for Small Dogs & Cats under 20 lbs (6 pipettes of 2 ml): Pet Supplies

I'm using this too!! And it was via the advice of the same friend who told another friend who told me ! Grapevine is good .

I'm using it on both Wy and Marcel. Both have allegeries. Marcel has a drier/non-silky coat and it's done great things for the texture of his coat, love it!

[Teegy]

I've actually read a lot lately that many dogs are starting to show sensitivities to whitefish. Perhaps eliminating that from the diet and see if you find a change.

[Teegy]

Have you heard of nutriscan. It's from dr jean dodds and it's for testin food sensitivities. You may want to ask your vet about that too.
Some great advice being given here. Just saying.

[sandy simpson]

Just a thought my poodle had terrible itchy skin. I took her to the derm dr. and he said feed her a venison base food. I did and she cleared up. I hope sweet Max gets relief soon.

[Teegy]

Apple cider vinegar diluted with water is great I keep it in a spray bottle. If your dog has seasonal allergies giving him a rinse with this will help clean the fur of anything they have. Contacted outside and it's also healin for any bumps or scratches on the skin.
You can also add some straight to the food.

[107barney]

Yes yes it was me that scared the allerderm. I'll start a thread about it. Karen, nutriscan is not accepted by dermatologists or immunologists so I question the validity of that +$200 test.

[AllDogBoots]

Thanks for everyone's help! Max seems to be doing well at the moment. I'm anxious to try what I ordered - it should be here in a day or 2.

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by 107barney

Yes yes it was me that scared the allerderm. I'll start a thread about it. Karen, nutriscan is not accepted by dermatologists or immunologists so I question the validity of that +$200 test.

Cathy, I just LOVE what this Allerderm is doing for Marcel's coat!!! He is dry/fine and tangles so easily - this has really moistened and silk-ified his coat.

[107barney]

Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom

Cathy, I just LOVE what this Allerderm is doing for Marcel's coat!!! He is dry/fine and tangles so easily - this has really moistened and silk-ified his coat.

That's awesome! Wait a few more weeks and you'll really see even more! I'll start the thread.

[AllDogBoots]

Tomorrow we are going to the specialist. Max is flared up and worse than ever but he's suck a good dog. He never complains and stops scratching immediately when I remind him. I'll let everyone know what happens.

[lisaly]

You are such a loving, devoted mom to your boys. I hope the specialist helps your sweet little boy.

[Teegy]

Does he have issues with his digestion or organs. Sorry I have forgotten what u feed him

[AllDogBoots]

Originally Posted by Teegy

Does he have issues with his digestion or organs. Sorry I have forgotten what u feed him

No issues at all. He's been eating the variety of Fromm flavors for a couple of years without issue.

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by AllDogBoots

Tomorrow we are going to the specialist. Max is flared up and worse than ever but he's suck a good dog. He never complains and stops scratching immediately when I remind him. I'll let everyone know what happens.

I know allergies are just a *total* pain in the butt...but you'll get him through this. With trial/error and working w/ your derm, you'll find something that works. Hang in there, sweets.