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Expert: Karen Brittan - 7/2/2009


Question
Do you know a home remedy for dog ezcema.  5 year old rescued female pit suffering badly.  Cannot afford vet right now.

Answer
This dog really needs to be seen by a vet for a diagnosis of her problem in order to receive the correct treatment. She may need antibiotics, cortisone, a change in diet, a medicated or flea shampoo, etc. Your dog could have a staph infection, allergies to food, carpeting, fleas, pollen, dust mites, etc., hormonal problems, dander or mange mites.

You could try giving her a little bit of fish oil if her skin is too dry, and if it is irritated, try wiping her skin with Listerine Mouthwash to kill any possible bacteria.

Here is a site which lists some herbal remedies that might prove useful:  http://www.natural-dog-health-remedies.com/dog-eczema.html

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Karen Brittan

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I have been showing miniature schnauzers in conformation, obedience, and earthdog for forty years, and am a professional dog groomer. I am not a veterinarian and cannot answer questions of a veterinary nature. However, I can give my opinion or share some experiences on some health issues. Everyone should remember that this is a volunteer service, and few of us are up late into the night. Medical emergencies require a veterinary visit, or at least a telephone call... not an internet question which might not be viewed and answered until hours later. If your dog is sick or injured, it should be seen by a licensed professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Experience

I have taught obedience classes and have taught people how to groom for many years.

Learn more about me and my dogs: http://britmorschnauzers.com

Organizations
Member of: American Miniature Schnauzer Club; Twin Cities Miniature Schnauzer Club; Twin Cities Obedience Training Club; Elk River Kennel Club; Minnesota Professional Pet Groomers Association; Greater Twin Cities Earthdog Club.

Education/Credentials
Fifty-one years of living with, observing, and training dogs, along with numerous seminars during that time.

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