I manifests itself as a black pigment to his skin, skin should be pink, it itches really bad as he is scratching all the time, any cure?
2006-10-12 05:09:29 · 9 answers · asked by coonrapper 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I foster dogs for Second Chance animal rescue here in Minnesota, and I fostered this dog 7 months ago, then he was adopted, but the family who took him split up and he came back into the program, so I wanted him to know he had a forever home. He's the sweetest and gets on great with my other 2 dogs.
2006-10-12 05:19:21 · update #1
Talk to a veterinarian who specializes in skin allergies. My wife (a vet) brought home an eight-year-old yellow labrador last year whose elderly owner could no longer care for her. She has bad skin allergies (and used to stink to high heaven), but they are now under control with a good diet, regular bathing, and very little medication.
Good luck with this - I know just how troubling it can be .
2006-10-12 05:13:36 · answer #1 · answered by DidacticRogue 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A visit to the vet(if not done already) is a good idea. Also to avoid many skin allergies feed him a premium dog food(from a pet store not the supermarket) that doesn't contain any wheat corn or soy. Also any biscuits should be wheat free. Read your ingredient label. Most food allergies are grain related. By eliminating the items from the diet you are keeping the skin from reacting. I have owned a pet supply store for 11 years and dog nutrition is my forte'. Also being a member of boxer rescue I say YEAH for giving an older fellow a good home!!!!!!!
2006-10-12 05:17:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off, kudos to you for adopting an adult dog with a known problem! THere are several things you can do. First, make sure you feed him a high quality dog food like Iams or Science Diet. Some brands have fillers and additives that aggravate allergies. Second is you can get fish oil pills and add it to his food. Please see a vet though, and get their opinion. It might be something the doc can give him shots for. (I had a dog that happened with) Good luck!
2006-10-12 05:13:29 · answer #3 · answered by Jenyfer C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tea Tree oil cures all kinds of skin conditions on animals and humans. You can find it in natural food stores and even ebay. It is strong smelling like medicine but it is natural and effective and well worth a try.. good luck
If it does not start to clear up in a few days then get him checked, the black color thing doesnt sound right.
2006-10-12 05:16:41 · answer #4 · answered by Curious 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone here is right, your best bet is with the vet. I have a black lab with skin problems and he was on meds. I also put a tablespoon of cod liver oil in his supper and add the same amount of spring water and mix. That also is good
2006-10-12 05:16:55 · answer #5 · answered by z z-king 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He may have hot spots, food allergies or even a yeast infection. I recommend a visit to the vet for your buddy. Hope he's ok
2006-10-12 05:11:34 · answer #6 · answered by Tiger by the Tail 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if what the cure for whatever he has but you can give him benedryl to stop his itching. By the way, I think you must be a great person if you adopted a 10 yr old lab.Much happiness to you!
2006-10-12 05:12:26 · answer #7 · answered by Piper 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How do you know it's skin allergies? It could also be mange or a yeast infection.
2006-10-12 05:17:19 · answer #8 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please see the vet.And thx for adopting him ;O).
2006-10-12 05:11:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋