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DateOct 15, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicSevere yeast infection on skin
Question:
How can I buy fluconazole or ketoconazole without a prescription? Was prescribed before but symptoms returned after we moved to another state and don't have a vet yet. But the problem was improving during first prescription of fluconazole.
Answer:
Hey! You'll need a prescription to order fluconazole or ketoconazole! I recommend that you find a new vet in your area and they'll be able to prescribe it for you, make sure to also bring your old vet records! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
02
DateSep 25, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
Topiclosing hair over eyebrow area
Question:
i just adopted a chocolate lab retriever. she's now approx 4 mos old. she's been losing hair above her eyebrow area. could it be allergies, mange or something else? how do i treat it?
Answer:
Hey! Hair loss could be due to a number of different things! If it seems to be getting worse, I recommend that you bring her to a vet to get checked out! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateAug 31, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicMange
Question:
I think my dog has Mange hair loss on her belly and neck
Answer:
Hey! If your dog has severe skin issues, I recommend that you bring him to his vet to get checked out! Make sure to also get him on a flea prevention such as Nexgard or Bravecto because that can help treat mange if that is what he has! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
04
DateAug 16, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicHair loss on face on 1 year old dog
Question:
I have a 1 year old lab mix, recently, he has had some patches of fur missing from his face, i though maybe a flea or tick bite from being outside, one is located by his eye (underneath) well then he has had different hair loss patches on his face, so it can’t be ticks or fleas. Just curious if there’s something that requires a vet visit or if I can hold off til his vet appointment and check up
Answer:
Hey! I recommend that you bring him to the vet to get checked out! It may be due to allergies or something else! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateJul 26, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicShedding
Question:
Hello, my dog is shedding like crazy, what can I do?
Answer:
Hey! Dogs do naturally shed but you could try brushing him every day to help remove the loose hair and also bathe him every other week! Maybe try adding a fish oil supplement to his food as well! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateJun 23, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
Topicsever Itching, skin Irritation and hair loss in one spot
Question:
My name is Michael Earnest. I have an American Bulldog that have the following Issues:. Sever itching, skein irritation, Hair loss only in the area of he skin irritation. Start itching about 10 to 15 days ago and I just notice the area that he has been starching a lot has a skin issue and loss of hair 1 1/2 years old, about 85 lbs. I know he have fleas and I need a treatments for fleas, ticks and shampoo for the skin issue. I will be giving him a plan diet to see if it was cause by food.
Answer:
Hey! First, you have to get rid of the FLEAS! Use Bravecto pill, nexgard pill, credellio pill or any topical like revolution or frontline. Then give your dog a flea bath with a flea shampoo. Then use Zymox shampoo and cream rinse every other day for 3 treatments. Your pets skin will start to feel really good. I will put a link below to the shampoos sold on petmeds.com that do not need a script. I hope this helps! Dr. Lindsay Butzer FLEA SHAMPOO: https://www.1800petmeds.com/simplesource®+flea+%26+tick+shampoo+for+cats-prod13193.html ZYMOX SHAMPOO FOR SKIN ITCHYNESS: https://www.1800petmeds.com/zymox+advanced+enzymatic+shampoo-prod13213.html
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DateJun 5, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
Topicskin condition
Question:
Hello, my puppy has had a dry flaky area on his snout that developed to a rash and now to raised bumps with a patch of hairloss that has left behind a sore. we don't have access to a vet but we have given him a dose of ivermectin. however we are not seeing any improvements. It is my suspicion that it's either mange or ringworm, but I don't know for sure. what should I give him?
Answer:
Hey! Bravecto works great to get rid of mange. 1 tablet. Give to your dog for their weight. If this doesnt work it could be ringworm you can use Topical Clotrimazole anti fungal cream. You need to see a veterinarian to see what it is. Dont touch it since these are contagious to humans (scabies, mange and ringworm). If its still not better your pet may need a short course of steroids and antibiotics to treat a bacterial infection. If this is a puppy could be puppy strangles which responds to steroids, but most likely is mange. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateJun 1, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicLoosing hair on tail and face
Question:
Hello, my dog is loosing hair mostly on the tail and face. It does not seem itchy or anxious, it is also eating well. What could be the reason for that? Maybe mites or parasites? Thank you for your time.
Answer:
Hey! This could be Demodex mites or something else. I would try giving your dog a Bravecto (flea tick and mite) anti parasite pill and see if this fixes it after 1 month. Your pet may also need antibiotics. I would bring him/her to a local veterinarian. I hope this helps! Dr. Lindsay Butzer PLEASE CHECK OUT MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBvlURdNKSJ2oRbzUB1_JQw
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DateMay 7, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicItching
Question:
Hlo doctor, my name is Shivam Rana & i am from India. I have a pet dog named Shadow of rottweiler breed. Due to itching he loss his hair from back and from above the tail and also bleeding from that part. Please suggest me a good treatment for him. Thank you 🙏
Answer:
HEY! I made an entire YouTube video on treatment for bad or itchy skin in dogs. You most likely need antibiotics which you will have to get from your local doctor. Dogs can take Clavamox or Amoxicillin 5mg per pound of body weight. Twice a day. for 10 days. This will help skin also! THIS YOUTUBE VIDEO I MADE WILL HELP YOU: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4gwvTm0VqM&t=4s
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DateApr 4, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeCat
TopicFixed cat
Question:
I had my female cat fixed last year. , and her hair has not grown back yet completely. And it's even thinning period is there something that I can give her for treatment?
Answer:
Hey! If you can write back with what breed you cat is this may help me more. Alopecia or hair balding or hair loss in cats can be from allergies, hormone disease or excessive grooming from behavioral issues or itching from fleas. I suggest going to your local veterinarian for a quick physical exam and see what he/she thinks. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateFeb 17, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicHusky
Question:
I just adopted a 5 year old husky and I live in Puerto Rico . Which food is best for him ? He does not eat a lot and treats does not interest him. He run in the garden and we walk 2 hours everyday . He eeems very happy
Answer:
Hey! I like Blue Buffalo, Hills, Royal Canin, Purina diets are all really good food to feed them. I like to use canned wet dog food if they are picky eaters to mix in with the kibble. For weight gain you can feed them cooked chicken with rice too. I hope this helps! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
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DateFeb 12, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicItchy skin
Question:
My puppy is 9 months old and only weights 3lb and has a few sores where she's scratching and biting her skin and has a little hair loss, she has no fleas
Answer:
Hey! I suggest bathing your puppy and then definitely making sure she got a dose of Frontline flea/tick medication which is very safe for puppies. Puppies actually are naturally itchy. But make sure she doesn't have an ear infection or any skin infections. I also recommend brining your puppy to your local veterinary office for them to physically examine your pet. I hope this helps! Dr.Lindsay Butzer MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4gwvTm0VqM&t=96s
013
DateJan 10, 2023
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeDog
TopicStaph infection
Question:
I adopted a 4 year old German Shepard, who seems to have a infected looking area above his tail on his lower back. I believe it's a staph infection, but he's making it worse. What medication would you give him?
Answer:
Hey! German Shepherds are prone to skin infections and hot spots and you most likely need antibiotics such as Clavamox 375mg twice a day for 14 days or Simplicef 200mg once a day for 10 days to clear this up. Please go to the vets online at Vetster.com and they can prescribe you medication through PetMeds.com. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer
014
DateNov 16, 2022
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeCat
Topicbald spots losing hair
Question:
what do you think that is?
Answer:
There are so many causes of alopecia (allergies, hypothyroidism, demodex, ringworm, pyoderma, etc etc) you really need to determine an underlying cause because all of these are treated very differently. Here is a link to our article about hair loss, various causes and potential treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/dog-cat-hair-loss-18.html
015
DateOct 24, 2022
CategoryHair Loss
Pet TypeOther
Topicskin peels and hair loss and losing weight
Question:
I have a dog that had itchy skin and the skin gets peels off and the hair loss. looks like eczema and I tried to give omega to help him but did not work, one of the vet gave me the shampoo and medicine to treat him but did not work and it got worse after use. He is now losing weight and he is too skinny. I fed him meat base and he does eat well but not gain any weight. I tried many dry foods too just in case if he has allergy. But did not work. Again, he eats well but does not gain weight. He wants to drink water consistently. Please help me.. I can't afford hospital bills.. But I love my dog and wants to help him...
Answer:
He has so many different things going on (skin issues, weight loss, increased thirst, etc.) he may have many different things going on so your veterinarian really needs to run some some tests so that you know what you are treating. The weight loss and increased thirst are suggestive of diabetes or Cushings, but there are many other possibilities as well.
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