ruthless Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Last Summer Angel went from one skin problem to another for several months. The other day we noticed that she had pimples on her stomach and a rash under her armpit. I don't want her to suffer again and would like to combat it before it gets any worse. Is there an over the counter allergy remedy for dogs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sumosmum Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Hi Ruthless, I have a Staffy boy and he started with the red stomach last night. I just give him a Polaramine tablet, 2mg, and it goes away. I was told that I can give him one morning and night if needed. You can buy them from the chemist, over the counter. They are antihistamine. It might work for you. I think it just depends if that particular tablet suits the particular dog, otherwise there are other brands of antihistamine you could try if it is an allergy. Good Luck, I know how frustrating it can be. I use them too. Such a bad time of year for allergies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted October 18, 2007 Author Share Posted October 18, 2007 Are they human tablets? Do you give them the same dosage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sumosmum Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Yep, they are human tablets from the chemist. They have been around for many years, I used to take them as a kid for hayfever, when I was about 12yo. I am now 47yo so they are quite safe. I give my boy 1 tablet when he looks a bit red on the skin. I use the 2mg tablets. I think you can buy stronger ones as well. The vet told me I could use 1 tablet twice a day if needed. If you ask at the chemist they should help you. My chemist tells me a lot of people buy them for the dogs. Good luck ruthless, its a nightmare going through the skin problems. Very frustrating. Hope this helps you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted October 18, 2007 Author Share Posted October 18, 2007 Cool, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peigirl Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 See how you go. 2mg Polaramine is probably the weakest antihistamine on the market. If it doesnt work try another brand with a larger amount of active ingredient. My boy gets 10mg Claratyne twice a day. Polaramine does bugger all for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlitznBear Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 My Amstaff is on polaramine tablets as well, he used to suffer really bad from skin allergies, we were in and out from the vets, but since mixing fish oil tablets, flaxseed oil and polaramine in morning and night he is doing excellent, we havent seen a rash, red paws, red tummy, or infected toe nail since.. Its great, just like sumosum said, there are a range of antihistamines you can try, not all dogs are suited for just any particular antihistamine...here's my list from a vet that you can try, if you dont see any improvements within 10 days you can move on to the next one, (it is just trial and error) Polaramine 2mg = 2 twice x daily Phenergan 10mg = 1 daily Penactin 4mg = 2 twice daily Zadine 1mg= 1 twice daily Clarantyne 10mg= 1 daily Telfast 90mg= 1half twice daily Zyrtec 10mg= 1half twice daily As you can see Polaramine was first on our list, we tried it and have never looked back, just make sure that you check the label on packets as some cause drowsiness, there are 2 types of packets, 1= 12hr relief and 2nd = 6 hr relief, Bear is on 6 hr. He is 35kg and has 2 daily and he does well on that dose I really hope your girl gets through this summer without having all the dramas of itching and rashes, I know exactly how you feel, its horrible, give it a try, and good luck, please let us know how she goes, I will be interested in hearing in an update.. and a pic too.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaddieMoo Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 what shampoo do you use for dogs with an allergy such as this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlitznBear Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 Malaseb medicated wash once week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted October 18, 2007 Author Share Posted October 18, 2007 Really? Would that not dry out their already irritated skin? I use Fidos oatmeal. Forgot that I'm meant to wash her more often when she's like this though. Thanks BnB! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlitznBear Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 The vet told us malaseb washes off all the yeast on his skin, it is yeast free which is why we leave it in his paws unrinsed and that too done helped alot prior to us having him on antihistamines and oil capsuals. When he is washed his skin isnt dry or flacky, he has the best shiney coat, I get comments on his coat quite a bit, our other dog Blitz get washed with Soothe and he smells beautiful when hes been washed, but Bear's wash leaves no scent or smell, it contains no purfumes, he just smells clean.. Bear cant have anything containing yeast, we stay clear from it, alot of Smacko's and treats from the supermarket contain them, so they dont get any manufactured treats just meaty raw bones.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted October 19, 2007 Author Share Posted October 19, 2007 So, is your problem food allergies? Cause ours is airborne as far as I know. Would yeast be an issue for us too? The vet said changing her food wouldn't make a difference. We don't give them Smackos, but we do give them Supercoat dog biscuits once a day. Must check the ingredients when I get home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlitznBear Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 First we changed from straight Ukanuba to raw diet and noticed a 50% reduction in his skin infections and rashes, along with the medicated wash, then we took him off the corts and vets antihistamines and antibiotics and went to natural oils, and polaramine, and since then havent looked back, it was just a slow integration of different methods. We used to buy him Smacko's and all sorts of other treats but since the vet informed us of yeast contributing to itching, we put a stop to that as well. When we have BBQ'S with people around we ask them not to slip the dogs any food under the table, as Bear sits under the outdoor table and waits for things to drop "accidentaly"..he's sneaky.. but we'r on to him.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted October 19, 2007 Author Share Posted October 19, 2007 And were his allergies seasonal too? I'll show you mine if you show me yours?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlitznBear Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 (edited) She is beautiful Ruthless, what a gorgeous little face she has, what a poser!! Ive got pics that are a few months old Ive been pretty slack but here a couple. Edited October 19, 2007 by BlitznBear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruthless Posted October 19, 2007 Author Share Posted October 19, 2007 Naaaawww, he's handsome. I love Amstaffs, they're a bit big for lap dogs tho, so I'll have to stick to the fun size version Thanks for all the advice. Bought the Polaramine today, so we'll take it from there. I'll keep you posted [someday I'll have a nice looking lawn too, mark my words!!!] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlitznBear Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 Definately please keep us posted...good luck Ruthless BlitznBear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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