It doesnt seem to be bothering her apart from scratching alot but im worried as I dont know what it is.
2007-01-10 00:46:33 · 7 answers · asked by Kim 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
She doesnt have fleas either.
2007-01-10 01:00:39 · update #1
Sounds like an allergy. Call the vet and get the dosage for benedryl and see if it goes away, if it does not that it to the vet
2007-01-10 00:51:09 · answer #1 · answered by crested_love 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does this coinside with her being fed anything specific? Allergy wise - it could be. The only way to find out if it's allergy based is put her on something like rice and fish (they LOVE canned tuna) for about 2 weeks, or a hypoallergenic diet, but they are expensive. If it goes away, after a week or so with no rash, gradually introduce differnt food items one at a time with a decent time gap to see if she reacts. If she does note that and don't feed it again. Be aware that she could be allergic to a complete pet foor. My border collie is allergic to meat and animal products entirly. Basically she is a vegan, although she has recently started getting fish (the tuna) and seems to tolerate that ok, which is good cause she seemed to be missing something out her diet - she started stealing food; something unheard of from her.
As well as the allergy posibilitie, it could be a flea alergy - run a fine toothed comb through her coat and wipe this on a tissue - any fleas will show as blood smears. Also look for tiny black spots on her tummy - flea dirt. Although if it keeps coming and going, that would suggest it wasn't fleas as she would be itchy all the time from them. Also consider taking her to the vet and asking their advice - but be aware they don't know everthing. I spent over £400 on vet fees trying to find out what was wrong with my collie before I got a 2nd opinion, who took a history, examined her and said she has a food allergy and put her on a hypoallergenic diet for a few weeks while we worked out what she couldn't tolerate.
Allergy wise, several people have posted about benedryl, and this is fine short term to relieve symptoms, but if it is a food allergy, while you are trying to identify the cause of the allergy, if your dog is on benedryl at the same time then the reaction won't show. It is better to have symptoms for a few days and identify the cause, enabling you to eliminate the cause than to be on medication permenantly.
2007-01-10 02:59:32 · answer #2 · answered by MyNutmeg 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like an allergy to me. Could be something she is coming in contact with or perhaps food related. The vet should be able to tell you if it's allergy or some sort of dermatology problem.
If it's allergy they usually start you off with Benadryll my mother's spaniel is on it. But some spaniels are prone to other dermatological skin problems, so it's best to check to be sure.
2007-01-10 01:25:59 · answer #3 · answered by Wicked Good 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does she like to lay in wet grass? Some dogs with little fur on their bellies get grass rashes. As always if you are concerned, ie she seems depressed, flat, off her food or generally not her usual self, your vet should be your first point of call
2007-01-10 01:01:53 · answer #4 · answered by Karen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously if he habitually runs off, you will be twitchy. Tomorrow when you let him off lead in what appears to be a safe fenced field, try to be a bit more laid back. Unclip the lead and when your dog sniffs around, make daft noises and then run off in the opposite direction. At this stage do not issue a recall command, just ignore him and continue to run in the opposite direction. Eventually he will wonder why you are running away and he will follow you. Never grab your dog when you want to put him on the lead, however when he continues to follow you, put his lead on and then immediately release him. Bear in mind that dogs love their freedom and if putting a dog on it's lead denotes the end of it's freedom and he will resent this. Just keep on running away from your dog and hide behind bushes if this is possible. The trick is to stop a dog from resenting its lead and associating this with the end of it's freedom and fun. That is why you must clip him on without wrestling with him, then releasing him and allow him to play.
2016-03-17 06:32:08 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it keep coming and going it is probably caused by a flea allergy.Check her hair lines for black specs of dirt. If you see little specs of dirt that is flea POOP. You need to bath and then apply a topical such as Frontline (following the directions on the box). After a bath I believe you must wait 3 days for a bath. Once the temp drops the fleas seek the warmth of your companion and catch a ride. Good luck. hope this helps.
2007-01-10 00:56:51 · answer #6 · answered by Sandy W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1) does she go outside? 2) do u live up north or in the south? Snow? 3) why DAIRY? Apply benadryl as the gent said and keep a watch! ck for fleas or ants in area/ in south cool places and warm belly, especially if it just rained
2007-01-10 01:02:07 · answer #7 · answered by cool_guy454861 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have her checked out by a vet or if you are near a pet shop some times thay can give you something for her but a visit to the vet would be the best option
IreneM
2007-01-10 00:58:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋