Oscar's problem has a name...thanks Callie and Jane

For those who have emailed (on and off board) about my little Dachshund a word from the vet. Oscar has a combination of sarcoptic mange (which I suspected) and a very severe vaccination-induced immune reaction called vasculitis. It is easily treated and should be completely cured however the vet has recommended no further vaccinations, ever, as future reactions are likely to get far worse. He even went so far as to write a letter to the state advising that the dog's health is jeopardized by rabies vaccine and asking for a waiver for the life of the dog. (Waiver or not, I think I'll probably not get the rabies as it is most likely to be the cause of the problem...I'd rather pay the fine than risk the dog's death. He sure isn't going to get rabies seeing as he's only outside while with me and there's not much in the way of wildlife in my neck of the "woods";).
So for all who helped me...thank you. Especially Callie and Jane who were particularly kind (the LymDyp worked very well for the mange) in their concern for my sweet little treasure (lately also known as the money pit). The Chi Institute vet was a wonder and for $183.00 I got a diagnosis and a cure!