Question by Debra M: Need Veterinary Assistance…?
Ever since we took care of our friends’ dog two months ago, our OWN dog has had fleas. Lately, it’s got really bad to the point where she’s scratching consistently for minutes on end if we don’t stop her, and her skin is starting to scab and is starting to fall out around the rump area, most specifically at the end of her back, right where her tail meets the rest of her spine.
I’m convinced that perhaps this is an allergy to the flea saliva. I want to know if flea allergies are fatal or can make the dog extremely sick? Also, what actually WORKS to get RID of fleas? I’ve tried the most expensive things within my budget (I cannot afford a vet right now, unfortunately). Salt seems to heal her scabs and abrasions, but it doesn’t stay on long enough to kill the fleas. It falls right off. Also, I’ve tried bathing her several times in a row and that doesn’t help.
Can anyone suggest cheap, but excellently effective ways to get rid of fleas so my dog doesn’t have to suffer anymore?
Thank you kindly.
Also, are there any non-profit/volunteer veterinarians in the Raleigh/Wake Forest vicinity? If so, I’d LOVE their contact information.
And to those lovely people who like to be negative; please read properly. I said I can’t afford a vet right NOW, as in, only lately I haven’t been able to care for her properly, as in, I WAS able to care for her when I got her. I absolutely agree that if you can’t afford to take care of an animal, don’t get one. So please, lay off the colorful language.
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Answer by Baby on Board I am sooooo sick of reading these questions where people say they cant afford a vet so what can they do. How about dont get a f-ing pet if you cant care for it!
Question by Hank Feral: Has anyone heard if Innovative Veterinary Diet foods is on the pet food recall list?
My dog had an allergy problem. He was on a special diet that was formulated for his allergies. The name of the maker of the food is Innovative Veterinary Diets better known in the industry as IVD.
Elmo, my pet Jack Russell Terrier, developed kidney failure. He had to be euthanized within two weeks of the onset of the problem. The only food Elmo was ever fed was IVD.
I find it to be very suspicious that he died from kidney failure just as a massive pet food recall was announced. Prior to the onset of kidney failure, he never had any problems with his kidneys. If any of you followers of Answers has had a pet die from kidney failure while eating IVD, please contact the corporate offices of IVD to let them know.
I wrote to them via email four days ago. They haven’t answered my inquiry yet. Please help me to get IVD added to the recall list. I don’t want any more pets to die from their negligence. Please help.
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Answer by allyalexmch Only the foods on the recall list were affected as they were the only ones that got their wheat gluten from the infected supplyer.
If you suspect that there is a kidney problem, go to the vet asap and bring a sample of the food. The vet will test it to see if it was in fact the food.
Kidney Failure can be caused by a number of thigns and it was probably coincidence.
Please do not go around accusing companys before you know for sure.
www.menufoods.com has a full list of all companies that are affected.
Question by soleil7372: Does anyone know how to get veterinary help for a chihuahua who needs to go to a dermatologist in Ohio?
I have a little chihuahua I took in several years ago from someone who did not want him. Recently he has developed a skin allergy, causing him to be bald from the neck down, on the inside of his legs, and now patches on his body. My vet cannot figure it out, and we have tried several medications, and taking away possible causes. Now we are told he needs to go to a “dog dermatologist.” After all the expenses we have already incurred, we are now looking at around $ 350 to $ 400, or more. This is really not an expense we are prepared for, as we already spent a bunch on our 3 cats- 1 who was diagnosed with FIV. I was just wondering if anyone knew of any organizations who will help- I have not found any we qualify for. I feel bad for my little guy, but I really need help with the cost. Any ideas would be great- and please be serious. Thanks.
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Answer by hott_moma all u need to do is put a pickle jar that sayed help. And explain what happend
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