Took my dog to the vet yesterday. The symptoms are a patch of bumps on his chin that will not go away after 30 days of 500mg Cephlaxin(2 pills 2 times a day). Vet recommended a Thyroid panel that will not be back for 10 days. Until then, we are continuing the antibiotics- and maybe for longer this time if thyroid is normal.
Does anyone know what the treatment is IF there is indeed a problem? Any experiences to share?
The dog is a 14 month old Rottweiler. 128 lbs- trim.
2006-09-22 13:43:54 · 9 answers · asked by rottymom02 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The dog also hs excessive callusses on elbows and knees from hardwood floors- (he refuses a dog bed) The bumps do have a slight odor that the vet said was infection(i knew that and it was the reason for the follow up visit) He sheds and has dander alot too- In my opinion, but I have 2 dogs so who's to know.
2006-09-22 14:14:51 · update #1
I have alot of expience with thyroid problem dogs. 3 of 5 of my dogs have hypo thyroid ( low thyroid) this makes them hungry, gain weight, tired, or less energetic, and usually make their hair thinner and shed more. Some dogs even get aggresive because they do not feel themselves with low thyroid. Our dogs have always been prescribed Levo...something I don;t have it with me right now but theat is the most common one. it si inexpensive for our 100 pound Lab/ Rott mix it was only about $20 a month. I am not sure of your vet thinks your dog has hypo thyroid or hyper thyroid. One of our cats has Hyperthyroid..which does the opposite..makes this very hyper and they usually can not keep weight on. The medication is about the same price. Also hypothyroid makes then itchy and can cause skin irritations. Good Luck!
2006-09-22 14:02:27 · answer #1 · answered by pam m 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-12-23 01:21:03 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is unlikely that a dog that young has a thyroid issue although not impossible (especially if he comes from parents who weren't screened for thyroid issues before breeding). If there is a thyroid problem it isn't a big deal.The dog will be given a medication that you will need to give once or twice daily for his lifetime.You will also need to have a thyroid panel done on a regualr basis to make sure the meds are keeping the thyroid levels where they need to be.
2006-09-22 13:55:38 · answer #3 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would not believe everything you read online. You should not self treat without the knowledge and support of your Vet. The symptoms you mention sound more like old age. Of course, you obviously had the dog tested, so a thyroid issue is obviously an issue going on here. The IBS could just be old age, not necessarily related to the Hypothyroidism. Good luck, I hope your dog gets better! ** I have had the same issue with my elderly cat. Vomiting, constant, bloody diarrhea, bloated belly, coat color change. Vet suspected IBS, but nothing helped. It's not a pretty thing to deal with, I know. I may not have experienced your exact situation, but I know how you feel. I misunderstood about the "self treating," I read your question wrong, sorry.
2016-03-15 04:08:02 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes there is a medication for that. Thyroid problems generally occur in older or obese pets. Generally bumps on the chin is an acne problem, that can be fixed with antibiotic and daily scrubbing with a cleanser. If there is a thyroid problem, there is daily medacation that he has to be on medication for the rest of his life. If you have any questions feel free to ask.
2006-09-22 13:54:59 · answer #5 · answered by lilbit 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does your dog eat out of a plastic bowl? Some dogs get acne from the plastic bowl. Change to a ceramic or metal bowl. See if you see a difference in his skin. Also you need to clean his chin with a scrub you can get from your vet. If it is a thyroid condition the med is not that expensive. But I am fairly sure your vet noticed something else besides the acne to feel blood work was necessary.
2006-09-22 14:05:54 · answer #6 · answered by VetTechJanet 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Mom's Jack Russel Terrier has a Thyroid problem, She had a problem with the pads on her feet. The pad(really hair) were disfigured and her weight was 52 pounds. At first the Vet said that "she eats to many meals". When he saw for pads and put her on medicine. She lost weight and the pads are back to normal. She takes 2 pills a day. Because she LOVES hot dogs,Mom slips a pill in half of one. The dog knows it's getting a pill,but the hot dog makes it with it.
2006-09-22 14:07:57 · answer #7 · answered by whataboutme 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are inexpensive medications your dog will take daily, after the first 30 days recheck his levels to be sure he is on proper dose
2006-09-22 19:36:36 · answer #8 · answered by italianrose59 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a vet is to expensive i am on a fix income sometimes their is something over the counter. dogs can take what twe take
2014-08-22 13:05:29 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋