[Murphys Dad]

A Skin Doc for those not sure what it means. She has an appointment Thursday morning.

Poor Summer has had these break outs (like pimples that burst) all over her body. They make her very itchy. She begs us to scratch her constantly. If we don't, she will sit there and lick and chew until she is raw. Hydroxizine (antihystamine) doesn't work. We are trying 50mg of Benadryl, hoping it gives her some relief. Summer has been battling this problem since November. After 3 rounds of steriods and antibiotics, and changing their food to a hypo-allergenic kind and eliminating people food, her vet says we are out of options.

Wish us luck.

 

[Murphys Dad]

/forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/frown.gif Poor Summer! It sounds like she's miserable. I sure hope the dermatologist can find something to give her some relief.

 

[Murphys Dad]

/forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/frown.gif I hope you feel better soon Summer... I'm sure there is something that can be done to help.

 

[debannib]

Poor Summer!

I intend to keep your girl on my doggy prayer list.....

belly rubs and scratches to Summer :heart:

 

[GloverCharlie]

Hope you feel better soon Summer!!

 

[Murphys Dad]

Poor Summer! I hope that the doc can figure out what's wrong and make you all better. Extra belly rubs to you!

 

[Murphys Dad]

So sorry to hear about Summer's skin problems. Please give her belly rubs (and gentle scratches) from us!

 

[jassy]

I am sorry she is so miserable. I hope your dermatologist can find some answers.

 

[DaisysMom]

Poor Summer

 

[RhodaTse]

Hope Summer feels better soon!

 

[patama1004]

Poor Summer... Hope the medication works well and your itches are gone very soon.

Gentle scratches from your friend, Boeing.

 

[ncdogstar]

Poor Summer! /forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/frown.gif I hope you get some answers for her from the Dr.

 

[Jennifer]

Bless her, doesn't sound very comfortable...sending gentle hugs her way.

 

[BeagleBabe]

Could it be staph infection?

I found pics: http://www.dogandhorsecare.com/staph-infection

 

[NORTHWEST REDNECK]

Poor thing, I hope a solution will soon be found!
From past posts...I know that you only feed your
2 beags the best kibble available...but do you
also give them the appropriate vitamins &
minerals? Snapper had a problem with "dry skin"
in his late years & the addition of fish liver oil
cured that! Apple cider vinnegar helps to avoid
arthritis & joint problems,etc! And adding cooked
or uncooked oatmeal to their food often will
prevent constipation! Egg's enhance coat health &
the lutein in eggs support eye health! Tumeric can
prevent cancer & saw-palmetto keeps the prostate
on un-newtered dogs healthy as well! (Just a few
tip's that we have learned). And Goober is our
"case-study" for a long life for a beag! Tonight,
Goober was "energized enough" to pester me for his
supper before Homer got the chance to do so! :thumbup:

 

[Murphys Dad]

She went through 2 rounds of different antibiotics plus pred. I doubt its staph.

She goes in tomorrow morning. We will see then. If its something that simple. I may be re-evaluating our vet.

 

[Lucy's Mom]

Aww, poor Summer. I hope she feels better soon. And Joe, I hope you get a nice break from vets in the near future. Murphy, stay healthy!

 

[Murphys Dad]

Do keep us updated on dear Summer. Bagel and I send our love.

 

[jcfehr]

poor girl ...Valentine's Day at the doctor /forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/frown.gif

I hope they find out the problem and you're feeling better soon !!

 

[Zookeeper]

Poor Summer. Hope the vet can give you both some answers tomorrow.