Why is my dog's itchy skin getting worse despite allergy meds?

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beagle is hypothyroid( diagnosed 2 years ago)she's medicated and her levels are stable. In the last 4 months her skin is terrible- itchy bumpy scabby - the vet thinks it's allergies and we have her on a food trial( right now on week 4 of 8) shes also taking prednisone and apoquel. we started with the steroid twice a day then went to once a day now she's taking it every other day and her skin is much worse than it was a before. She's covered head to toe in bumps could this be something else? Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Female | unspayed | 8 years and 2 months old | 38 lbs

Menolly Cote, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry to hear of your concerns with Ziggy. From the pictures it appears that she may have a skin infection. Skin infection occur secondary to allergies frequently. I would recommend consulting with your veterinarian as Ziggy may benefit from medicated shampoos or antibiotics. I would also discuss Ziggy's medications with your veterinarian. Apoquel and prednisone both suppress the immune system and are typically not given at the same time.

Why is my dog's itchy skin getting worse despite allergy meds?

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