She stinks! (allergy related)

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    We are going thru the same thing with Lola.  I've tried everything- raw food, cooked food, one protein/veggies.  The vet recommened to wipe her feet down before she comes in and I think that helps.  We also got a 200$ blood test for allergies, which did not show much to our dismay, but I would get that test, however, she must be off benedryl for about 4 months prior.  I gave Lola 50mg twice a day to knock her out from licking and get her some sleep, Lola is 50 pounds.  Acupunture gives her some relief, as the vet feels "heat"  on her she can alleviate.  I read soaking the feet in epsom salt bath will help but i've not tried it.  Lola's feet stink like fritos and her face folds get white stuff in them (shes a bulldog).   The vet says to boost the immune system with fish oil and eat cooling foods.  I have Lola on a duck and sweet potato by Pinnacle and I think I see a small improvement.  You can find the list of cooling foods in "4 Paws 5 direction" book.  No chicken or turkey, they are "hot" foods.  Beef is a "warm" food so its better.  Lola did get better in the winter when the pollens went away.

    • Bronze

    This sounds JUST like Saddie. I havent had the allergy test done. I am still trying to locate someone with in driving distance that can do it in my area. Thanks for the tips. Thats a good way to discribe the small haha! Saddies feet stink too, and if they dont get washed regularly it really will stink. She too does ALOT better in the winter months. I'm going to look into the cooling foods thanks!