My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

he's skinny, his hair is falling, wounds all over,paranoid, thousands of fleas, I cannot take him to the vet because pitbulls are illegal in Miami and they'll take it away from me also I cannot take him out of my house because people will assume that I'm putting him to fight please help

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

Start with a high protein diet to fatten him up and some raw eggs, they have amino acids to help the coat. Monitor his stool to make sure he is going enough and it is "normal" and make sure that he is staying hydrated. Go get him some flea shampoo and bathe him, might take a couple of times but also you are probably gonna have to bug bomb your house! Take him on a car ride or to a friends for a few hours while you do it.

Just love him, it will come back to him that you are a good owner. Poor guy, I feel horrible for him and what a horrible person to do that to a dog! Sorry you can't take him to a vet, they are beautiful dogs and it's sad they are illegal. Good luck to both of you, I hope he is ok.

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

Take him to a vet in Broward. They are allowed there. Report It

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

cast heal minor wounds

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

Can you take him to vet out of the area? I would....

What are the wounds from? Did she fight him?

Feed him high quality food - like Innova, California Natural, Wellness, Royal Canin or another top quality brand from a pet store (no supermarket food). Give him wet food mixed with dry to boost him up.

Get him on Advantage or Frontline Plus flea treatment ASAP.

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

i feel very bad for the dog, poor guy...but why on earth have a dog that you can never take to the vet???? he will never get his vacs, his meds, his medical maintenance. i dont understand, you are neglecting him as well.

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

Take him to the VET!!! Even if it means you have to give him up! You will probably save his life! You could be arrested for animal cruelty or you could take him to the vet-lose him but at least he'll still be alive

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

Make sure he has food and water at all times to cure him being skinny.

Give him a complete anti-tick-flea bath 3 times.

Love him and give him all your undivided attention.

Buy him some treats, toys and pet him a lot.

Treat the wounds with a anti-bacteria treament and clean them.

Go to the vet ask them if they have anti-shedding medicine.

P.S: Didin't it appear to you that you should leave your dog with someone else instead of your ex because she might take revenge by abusing your dog.

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

First, what kind of wounds are we talking about? Skin sores, injuries, abuse? Whatever they are, treat them first. Second, get some flea dip, bathe him really good (after the wounds have healed a bit) and dip him well. Find where the fleas came from (if your backyard, go to Home Depot and get the yard treatment stuff). A flea collar would be good too. All this time, work on his diet and give him lots of care, cuddling, touch, etc.

Offhand I'd say she didn't just neglect him, she abused him. Confront her with it; skinny and hair falling out is nutrition. Fleas happen to the best of dogs, but the wounds indicate something else and the change in attitude definitely points to abuse.

No way would I stay with a woman who wasn't kind to animals, especially my own dog.

My exgf neglected My dog while away how can I heal him?

First things first - treat him for the fleas. You need to get an accurate weight on him now and get him either Frontline plus or Advantix to get rid of the fleas. In three days, bathe him in an oatmeal shampoo to relieve any itching or tenderness from him scratching because of the fleas. Allopecia (hair loss) is common in flea infested dogs, so the hair issue will clear itself up when you get the flea issue taken care of. Might take a few months for his hair to come back to what it was. The wounds I am assuming is because of him scratching. Anything deeper than a surface lac needs to be treated by a vet. His paranoia will fade in time if you give him structure, discipline, exercise, and some attention.

If Pits are illegal in Miami, I suggest you rehome him ASAP before he is confiscated off of you and euthanized. He shouldn't have to pay because you can't follow the law.

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

She has 2 mixed breed small dogs, one is pretty old and the other is about 2. This rash started on the older one. It's mostly on her back, while the other one has it more on her chest but also her back. The rash looks kinda like rust, it makes them look really dirty but they're not. They scratch at these places alot, sometimes till they bleed. They have even began to lose hair in spots, it doesn't look like mange, I've seen that on dogs before. What could this be, I've looked at so much stuff online and can't find anything that seems to be whats going on with them. I know some people are gonna say VET, but thats a problem, my dad has been laid off and she can't afford to do that, they are also moving so I have her dogs for a few days. I'm worried my dogs may catch what they have. Does anybody know of a site that has pictures of skin disease on dogs? That might help us figure out whats going on.

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

okay with out seeing this this is going to be hard to do, it is possible that they have a mild staff infection or allergy to fleas, check them thouroughly all over to eliminate fleas also keep them away from your dogs so if it is contagious they wont get it, bath them in a good oatmeal shampoo(for dogs) and let it soak for 20 min it will help with itching

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

It sounds like flea dermatitis, but it's impossible to be sure without looking at the dogs.

They are obviously uncomfortable - tell your mom I said to take both dogs to the vets.

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

my dog developed a horrible rash and began chewing on her tail... turns out she was allergic to fleas.... she is an inside dog, but had spent the night @ a family farm. I had to give her frontline to prevent fleas and a cortisone shot,, which causes increased thirst and urination. Later i had to put her on antibiotics to heal the sore spots. She had several bald spots on her body from chewing. It cost me $300 but was worth it to heal her. Look around for a low cost spay-neuter clinic, call them and ask them if they know any low cost veterinarians who can help you. I tried the no itch sprays from petsmart b4 the vet visit, but it was a waste of money. My dogs just ran from me and chewed their tails anyway. Good luck. Maybe you can find a vet who would do a payment plan. Fleas are going out of season if that is the problem.

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

Still might be mange, demodectic or puppy or "red" mange presents as small spots. Usually found on pups but any dog with a compromised immune system can get it as the mange mites are always present on the animals' skin. Stress can also bring on an outbreak.

http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_dem...

http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...

Demodectic mange is not usually considered contagious. It does require vet treatment, usually a series of dips or baths, to cure it.

Another possibility would be flea allergy dermatitis.

Do a Google Images search for both...

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

They may have hot spots which are what happens when dogs have fleas, then the dog scratches and bites the area which keeps it raw, swollen some and they also loose hair in the area. Definitely check for fleas, if they have them and you can't afford Advantage or Frontline from a vet (some vets will sell just one tube instead of making you buy a whole pack), then buy a dog flea shampoo to kill the fleas. After that the oatmeal bath would be good for the itching. Also, their is a website at www.herbnet.com that has a pet section and gives natural remedies you can use at home to control fleas. If it isn't fleas, I would keep them away from your dogs till you find out what it is just to be safe.

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

Sounds like a condition called yeast, that causes the discoloration you describe. How often do these dogs get a really good bath and dried good?? Yes, it itches worse than poison ivy on a person. Very similar to yeast infection that ladies get! It does spread. The main risk is secondary infection from scratching till they bleed. Those spots must be cleaned with mild soap/water, dry and neosporin. There are special shampoos and treatment. I understand the financial problems. I will refer your post to the rescue for input.

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

Ok if its on both dogs now, its CONTAGIOUS. You can't diagnose a rash on the internet any better than you could provide a prescription to cure it. Meanwhile your dogs are being exposed to it, racking up a bigger bill in the long run. The dogs need to go to a vet. The dogs are obviously suffering if they are scratching until they bleed! I know what a vet charges and how costly it can be, but quite simply, letting it go is irresponsible. It doesn't sound life threatening, but if because of their age, they die from this your parents could be held criminally negligent. When your dogs catch this now YOU will be taking your dog to the vet and what, your mom and dad still won't take them? I'm really not trying to be rude so I apologize if I sound harsh. You can't see the tone of voice or body language in a typed letter. Taking the dogs to the vet is necessary.

My moms dog has a rash, need a lil help?

Okay, "pets4life" referred your question to me, so here's my response.

It can't be demodectic mange, for it's not contagious, and the chances of two dogs not related to one another, coming down with it at the same time, are just about unheard of.

Whatever it is, it's contagious. No one can make a diagnose without seeing the dogs first.

You said your parents have financial problems at the time, what about you?

It could be a fungus, spring and fall are known for having different kind of funguses going around.

For the time being, go to any drug store, and buy a bottle of Betadine, and scrub the dogs really good with it, especially in the areas where they itch the most, but also all over. Rinse them well, and then, apply a fungus cream, over-the-counter, like for Athletes foot, three times a day on the worst spots. If it is a fungus, it'll kill it for sure. If it is not, it'll at least give them some relief, meantime, figure out a way to get them some professional help, as your dog may end up needing it also.

Okay i have a 5 pound little poodle dog?

he wont sit still for anyone to cut his hair paticularly around his face and it is going in his eyes which has to suck does anyone know anything i can give him or do to calm him down where i can cut his hair?

Okay i have a 5 pound little poodle dog?

Don't do it yourself. He is too small for sedation except by a vet. Take him to a professional groomer for a trim.

Okay i have a 5 pound little poodle dog?

Do it when he's fast asleep.

Okay i have a 5 pound little poodle dog?

my mother in law used to have a poodle and she said the best thing to do would be to get a dog tranq from the vet

Okay i have a 5 pound little poodle dog?

you may need some help from a very gentle soft spoken person to hold him while you trim with sissors (not electric clippers, the noise will frighten the poor darling to death), and give lots of treats and loves afterwards.

Okay i have a 5 pound little poodle dog?

it takes patience, all dogs have to learn. if you start grooming as a puppy they will sit still, if not, you have to teach them to sit still

Okay i have a 5 pound little poodle dog?

I have a ten pound poodle myself and often I have to trim around her face myself. Sometimes when they're fast asleep it isnt always an option especially if they're laying on the side you need to trim on. Decide when you want to trim, keep the scissors by you on the couch on the other side of the where the dog will lay, just wait til its really relaxed and perhaps even dozing off. Works everytime!

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald

it can't be mange or the mange bugs because she has no bites or any indication of mange. she's just losing her hair. i've had her for 2 months and she shed in the beginning because she was so skinny like she was starving and malnourished. she's gained a little bit of weight and looks alot better now. but now she's going bald. i don't have the money for the vet and she is otherwise fine. i'm thinking maybe it could be the shampoo i'm using or just the fact that it's spring and she's shedding her winter coat. she has a bald spot on her neck and at the front of her ears the hair is thinning and she hasn't grown her hair back from when they shaved her belly 2 months ago when she got fixed. i'm thinking she has a hair growing problem. someone please give me some advice or help or ideas please. anything would be appreciated.

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

Are you feeding her a high quality of dog food? Also, it could be a thyroid problem.

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

If she was really sick when you got her, she could just be throwing her coat and growing in a new onethat is healthier. Your best bet is to see the vet, though.

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

natural shedding does NOT CAUSE BALDNESS..

your dog may have flea bite dermatitis, mange, bacterial skin infection, allergies

you NEED to see the vet for diagnosis..

you may want to feed her a high quality dry kibble,,

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

Advice? Take her to the vet.

No money for the vet? Then you shouldn't own a dog.

Funny how you can afford Urban Decay eyeliner but can't afford to care for your pet!

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

Rub a little bit of Vaseline into the bald spots - my vet recommended it for my little jack russell - i must say it does work - don't know how but it does! He said the breeders do it??? It takes a few weeks to have any effect but it works! Good luck.

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

There are a ton of causes of hair loss - all of them need to be diagnosed by a vet and none of them are caused by shampoo.

Some of them are cushing's syndrome, alopecia, hypothyroidism, estrogen excess, ringworm, seborrhea, dermatosis, and lots more.

She can't be diagosed or treated over the internet - she really needs to be seen by her vet.

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

Sounds like allergies. Dogs are usually allergic to foods they are fed. You may want to look at if you changed anything recently. Also don't overbathe that makes it worse. On a side note doggy cushings disease causes hair loss like you described, you should worm her first to rule out that but if it doesn't work you may have to break down and take her to the vet.

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

It would really be best for a professional to take a look to get a true idea. Although my parents had this problem with a dog they adopted from the pound. When she was taken to the vet it was suggested they give her fish oil pills. You can get them over the counter and she is taking three a day. Her coat is now doing much better and the dog kinda thinks of them as a treat? Hope that helps....

What do i do if my dog is going bald? She sheds alot more than a normal dog, and she has a few bald spots.?

Mange may have no other indications other than hair loss and red skin. What breed is she? Shedding shouldnt cause bald spots, as they just lose the heavier outer layer of fur. Could be stress, or a medical problem, or the shampoo, or the food, or allergies to something in her environment, or you may be bathing her too often. You will need to take her to the vet to find out what it is, sorry, but you will need to.

Gun dogs?!?

Are well breed German wire hair dogs supposed to be naturally responsive too hunting and retrieving animals that were shot. I know they have to be trained but do they naturally like it? I am asking this because my friend has one and it fails at almost every category of being a good gun dog. Hes scared of gunshots,loves playing with rabbits and ducks chase him around. Does this mean that he was not bred properly? His parents were supposed to be great gun dogs to.

Gun dogs?!?

Many serious hunters are known to have "returned" their pups to the breeder, because the dog just "didn't have what it takes" to do his job well. That doesn't necessarily mean that the pups weren't bred properly, but sometimes there are puppies in a litter that are slightly "different" than the other pups. Reputable breeders do their best to ensure that the pairing of their sire and dam conforms well to the breed standard. They also do their best to accentuate good qualities, and eliminate faults, but it's still a crapshoot. Not all the dogs they breed turn out as well as they hoped.

Gun dogs?!?

Often, dogs have to be trained not to be gun-shy. Even if his parents were great gundogs, perhaps he didn't get that behavior. Is he a pup or a young dog? Does he point?

http://www.sportingdogsupply.com/classi1...

Does the dog like to play fetch? He might be trying to catch the rabbits and ducks - my retriever mix does this. I think they show a natural TENDENCY toward these things, but definitely have to be trained.

How old is the dog?

Here's a link to the breed standard, in case that helps:

http://www.akc.org/breeds/german_wirehai...

Gun dogs?!?

My lab is a excellent dog for hunting. Guns don't bother her and she just cant wait to get in the boat. She just shakes when she sees the hunting cloths come out. She is also a house pet. Some people believe that a hunting dog should not be a pet. My dog has a impressive pedigree, her grandfather was a grand champion. Not sure if that makes a difference, but she is a great dog either way.

Gun dogs?!?

No it does not mean that he was not bred properly. Different dogs have different personalities. So they react to a gun shot differently.

Gun dogs?!?

Not every "hunting type" of dogs are naturally good at it. you might have overwhelmed the dog as well by piling too many experiences on the dog all at once or too close together.

Take the dog to a trainer for eval. The trainer will be the best source of help and advice.

Gun dogs?!?

It doesn't matter how great the parents were if the person doing the breeding doesn't know what they are doing. Putting two 'great' dogs together doesn't insure anything and rearing of puppies can have a lot to do with their behavior later as well. If the puppy was never exposed to noises, as some people tend to keep them in quiet areas and such, then there would be no way it would be used to loud noises like gunshots and expecting it to automatically think nothing of gunshots when it hasn't even heard a pan drop is a bit much to expect even of the best hunting dog. 'Playing' with rabbits and ducks doesn't indicate much either. Since he chases them around, he obviously has some prey drive though... but basically even the best genetics can be screwed up by a poor breeder and then an even less knowledgeable owner. I have had GWPs and for the most part they are extremely birdy dogs -- they tend to be a bit big in their runnings but are usually very adept at checking back and tend to have a lot of natural tendencies that can be easily worked with but if ignorned or even subdued, they aren't going to automatically be good gun dogs. The answer is yes, they usualy 'naturally' like it but they can be trained through ignorance to not be acceptant of it. Maybe get some books on rearing gun dogs ... it might not be too late but who knows. I can't imagine how anyone can assess that it 'fails at almost every category of being a good gun dog' when one obviously has very little knowledge as to what that entails...

Gun dogs?!?

it means he doesn't give a flying f***! he wants to play!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Gun dogs?!?

Wow, what a bunch of crap answers you have so far. I find the one where the person talks about his lab the whole time especially annoying.....was that supposed to be an answer or a rant! I have heard these dogs are pretty good in the field, but as with any pup, if he isn't raised to hunt, he probably won't be any good. I have one hunting dog that had it to begin with and one that didn't and that happens sometimes too, sometimes they just do not have the instincts that others do. I seriously doubt it was the parents to blame, probably just luck of the draw or the pups initial training. Everyone thinks they are an expert trainer if they read a book, and that isn't the case.

I have a Maltese dog he has some of the brown staining.?

Can anyone help me get rid of the staining from tear and pee? It's a boy and the pee stain is all down his leg. I don't want to bleach with hair chemicals. Thank you.

I have a Maltese dog he has some of the brown staining.?

Much of the brown or red staining in the eye area is caused by the dyes used in dog food- you can go to an all natural food or have you groomer remove the stained hair when grooming. There are eye wipes available but i tried them and they dont really work

As for the pee stains I can relate b/c my male Maltese has the same problem. His doggy penis is so big in relation to the rest of his body hat he hits his leg all the time! Monthly grooming and home bathe as necessary alleviate the staining.

Good Luck!

I have a Maltese dog he has some of the brown staining.?

As far as the tear staining I hear bottled water helps.Meaning you only give the dog bottled water to drink.As far as pee stains take a doggie baby wipe sold in pet stores and clean the area as needed.

Pets Dog and Cat Alergies and breathing trouble?

I have a cat and two dogs my wife is now complaining that she can not breath because of this.I want to keep my pets.Is there something a can shampoo the dogs and Cat with?I also heard if i keep theie hair short that would help.What else can i do?

Pets Dog and Cat Alergies and breathing trouble?

why did you ask this 3 times

Pets Dog and Cat Alergies and breathing trouble?

wash and brush them frequently, especially during allergy season (they bring in the pollen on their fur), keep pets OUT of the bedroom and she might want to look in prescription medicine for this...I have asthma and in addition to my regular rescue inhaler, I take Advair and Singulair, plus Nasonex for allergies and I dont have any problems being around my cat...