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14yr old female shit-zhu extreme itching, pulls fur out, skin in affected area turns black......what can I give her to clear this up?

Submitted: 653 days and 3 hours ago.
Category: Dog
Value: $9
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Age: >12; Breed: shitzsu

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benadryl,cortisone spray

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Hello,

Until you see your Vet you can give your baby some Benedryl to help with the itching. The dosage is 1-2 mgs per pound of body weight every 12 hours. I would have your baby into the Vet to be sure about whether this is an allergy to food, contact allery or something that is inhaled. The Vet. can give you a medication that will be long acting and be a more permanent solution to the problem including a shampoo as well as an oral medication. Joan

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I am a Vet Tech for over 30 + years and have four rescued dogs of my own

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