Expert: Dr. Louis N. Gotthelf - 2/6/2007

Question
Hello I have to Jack russell terriers one that is 1 and 1/2yrs old and one that is 3 months the older one has had allergies for about 7 months know and the young one has had it since I got her at 2 months Ive had them both on Wellness Venizon food for 1month and half and my older JRT has red spots under his armpits and his eye is red all the time the little one just scratches like crazy and starting to get red all over her body please Doctor help me because I've taken them through 3 vets and they all say different things please help thank you Richard.  

Answer
The 3 month old one may have sarcoptic mange.  If it is allergies, then it is allergic to the food.  The older one may also have sarcoptic mange, and if it has allergies, it could be to something in the environment as well as foods. Ask the vet to treat both dogs for mange first.