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(Msg. 1) Posted: Mon Apr 07, 2008 1:43 pm
Post subject: Need help with pug skin problem
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I have a Chinese pug that itches like crazy and smells really foul. I have
taken him to a few different vets no help there, he has been tested for
mange, nothing there, has been on antibiotics, bebdryl, thyroid meds,
changed his food, and still no help.
His skin has turned black and oozes oily substance. He has had this now for
nearly 2 years and it is tearing me up seeing him tortured like this. I
can't afford to keep taking him to vet after vet and not getting him any
better.
Steroid shot helped him the most, is there anyplace I can get steroids for
him at a lower cost than the office visit? I would have no problem giving
him the shots, but I need to know how much and if I can even get them for
him.
He is about 20lbs and 6 years old, neutered. |
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(Msg. 2) Posted: Mon Apr 07, 2008 1:43 pm
Post subject: Re: Need help with pug skin problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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In article <2ypKj.5718$qB1.4734@trnddc07>, Steve S <s.s62.DeleteThis@verizon.net> wrote:
>I have a Chinese pug that itches like crazy and smells really foul. I have
>taken him to a few different vets no help there,
I'd take him to a clinic associated with a veterinary
college and have him see a veterinary dermatologist.
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(Msg. 3) Posted: Mon Apr 07, 2008 1:43 pm
Post subject: Re: Need help with pug skin problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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In article <2ypKj.5718$qB1.4734@trnddc07>,
"Steve S" <s.s62 RemoveThis @verizon.net> wrote:
> I have
> taken him to a few different vets no help there
Have you seen a veterinary dermatologist or holistic vet? Have you done
elimination diet trials or allergy testing?
Yes, it sucks that it all costs a lot of money, but long term steroid
use is not the answer. Getting to the heart of the problem IS.
Where did you get your Pug? If from a responsible breeder, they can be
a great resource (and should be notified of the problem anyway).
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Mon Apr 07, 2008 2:15 pm
Post subject: Re: Need help with pug skin problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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Forgot to say, I am north central Texas.
"Steve S" <s.s62.TakeThisOut@verizon.net> wrote in message
news:2ypKj.5718$qB1.4734@trnddc07...
>I have a Chinese pug that itches like crazy and smells really foul. I have
>taken him to a few different vets no help there, he has been tested for
>mange, nothing there, has been on antibiotics, bebdryl, thyroid meds,
>changed his food, and still no help.
> His skin has turned black and oozes oily substance. He has had this now
> for nearly 2 years and it is tearing me up seeing him tortured like this.
> I can't afford to keep taking him to vet after vet and not getting him any
> better.
>
> Steroid shot helped him the most, is there anyplace I can get steroids for
> him at a lower cost than the office visit? I would have no problem giving
> him the shots, but I need to know how much and if I can even get them for
> him.
>
> He is about 20lbs and 6 years old, neutered.
> >> Stay informed about: Need help with pug skin problem |
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(Msg. 5) Posted: Wed Apr 09, 2008 8:48 am
Post subject: Re: Need help with pug skin problem [Login to view extended thread Info.]
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"Steve S" <s.s62.TakeThisOut@verizon.net> wrote in message
news:2ypKj.5718$qB1.4734@trnddc07...
> I have a Chinese pug that itches like crazy and smells really foul. I have
> taken him to a few different vets no help there, he has been tested for
> mange, nothing there, has been on antibiotics, bebdryl, thyroid meds,
> changed his food, and still no help.
> His skin has turned black and oozes oily substance. He has had this now
for
> nearly 2 years and it is tearing me up seeing him tortured like this. I
> can't afford to keep taking him to vet after vet and not getting him any
> better.
>
> Steroid shot helped him the most, is there anyplace I can get steroids for
> him at a lower cost than the office visit? I would have no problem giving
> him the shots, but I need to know how much and if I can even get them for
> him.
>
> He is about 20lbs and 6 years old, neutered.
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It could be a yeast infection. Maybe this link will help.
http://www.pugs.org/health/skin.htm
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