can anyone tell me the best brand of shampoo
rash ointment
nutritional advice
this dog is old and he's full of fleas and rashes
and what should i do 1st...
would bathing in shampoo that kills flea too harsh on his skin?
should i start treating the rash 1st?
is there a gentle shampoo that does both
HELP!!!
2007-06-30 08:54:42 · 10 answers · asked by courage 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
also where is the best place...to find these products...
2007-06-30 08:55:44 · update #1
the dog is around 10 pounds
2007-06-30 09:09:58 · update #2
Your first step should be a vet visit. This way you know for sure what the cause of the rash is. The vet will be able to tell you for sure what is going on and will also give you the best treatment options. Poor Dog:( I hope he feels better soon. Good luck
2007-06-30 09:00:32 · answer #1 · answered by Alicia G 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
bath the dog with what ever and then get to the vets.
The rash could be a flea allergy or something else and until yo know what it is it shouldn't be treated.
The best shampoo for now would be sulfadene it helps with itching and the lather and water is really what kills the fleas but sulfadene is good for itching and soothing.
A vet is the only one who can determine what is causing the rash.
I've seen sulfodene sold at grocery stores in the pet dept., pet shops and vet offices.
2007-06-30 09:01:51 · answer #2 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Go to the vet first.
But if you are looking for a gentle, soothing shampoo get something with oatmeal. Try to stick to shampoos with as many natural ingredients and as few harsh chemicals as possible.
Don't put anything on the pup until you see a vet. You can never know for sure what something is and what products will make the problem worse.
2007-06-30 10:54:23 · answer #3 · answered by Jack & Oliver 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take him to the vet first- your vet should be able to diagnose the cause of the rash and prescribe appropriate flea treatment. If you put the wrong thing on irritated skin, it can get worse. Please get professional guidance.Many of the flea treatments that are not provided by vets can be ineffective and in the worst case, toxic to your pet. You don't want the poor thing to suffer any more than he already is. Good luck!
2007-06-30 09:25:06 · answer #4 · answered by Lady J 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should go to the vet. There are medicated shampooes to help with skin issues, and I'm sure there are some RX ones your vet could provide.
Bless your heart for taking on such a responsibility.
2007-06-30 09:03:53 · answer #5 · answered by Crash 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go to the vet for the fleas and rash. It might be mange and mange is contagious.
Feed a raw diet. If you want reciepes let me know his weight, breed (if possible) and age.
2007-06-30 08:59:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start with a bath in dawn dish soap to clean him up enough to go to the vet. Then, they can tell you the best thing to use and probably sell it to you right there.
2007-06-30 09:03:38 · answer #7 · answered by altaira 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
if i was you i would take him to the vet to be checked ! then they will tell you whats the best thing to do for him...if you take him to the p.d.s.a then you will only have to make a donation !
2007-06-30 09:00:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd use Dawn dish soap because they wash rescued wildlife with it safely.
2007-06-30 09:18:18 · answer #9 · answered by Dudleydoo 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Petco.
2007-06-30 08:59:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋