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    How Do I Treat My Dog For A Moderate Allergic Reaction To An Insect (probably Flea) Bite?

    She isn't eating much; her skin is pink and hot (belly in side ears, privates, between toes, especially one foot. She is licking that foot and her belly and privates and scratching allot, and wants her back scratched constantly

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    If this is a sudden onset allergic reaction the best thing to do is take this dog to be examined by a veterinarian.  Injectable Benadryl and steroids if needed are the fastest and most effective treatment for an acute allergic reaction.  Benadryl will be followed up at home at a dose of 1 milligram per pound of body weight given orally three times a day for 2 days.  Do not use the Cold and Sinus variety only plain Benadryl is safe.
    If this is a chronic problem with allergies she should be examined by your veterinarian so a long term treatment plan can be established.  Treating mild-moderate allergies involves anti-histamines, frequent bathing, food trial, omega-3 fatty acids, and treating secondary infections.  More serious allergies are treated with additional medication--steroids, allergy shots, and immune modulating medication.

    answered 3 months ago   

    Thanks alot, this helps...can't afford doctor for either of us! She had the same thing happen twice last yr, her vet said flea allergy and treatment helped. I still have plenty of betagen spray, should I spray her?

    comment made by Enzomom 3 months ago    Report

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